# MES Systems Engineer (Tulip Developer) at AST SpaceMobile

- Company: AST SpaceMobile
- What the company does: The SpaceMobile Network Our BlueBird satellites provide full broadband directly to standard smartphones without specialized hardware or phone modifications. Make video calls, browse the web, and use your apps at 4G and 5G speeds from anywhere on Earth.
- Company website: https://ast-science.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Midland, Texas, United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-07-27
- Apply by: 2026-10-12
- Apply: https://ast-science.com/company/careers/?gh_jid=4718913005
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/ast-spacemobile-mes-systems-engineer-tulip-developer/

## About the role

AST SpaceMobile is seeking an MES Systems Engineer (Tulip Developer) to join our Enterprise Applications team, specializing in Tulip interfaces and integrations. As an integral part of the manufacturing process, the MES Systems Engineer will design, develop, configure, implement, and maintain Tulip-based MES applications that streamline production, improve data visibility, and ensure accurate data flows between MES, ERP, and PLM systems.

## What they're looking for

- Minimum 4 years of experience administering, configuring, and developing Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), including at least 2 years of hands-on Tulip experience (app building, connectors, triggers, dashboards)
- Strong knowledge of ERP and PLM integrations, shop floor devices (PCs, scanners, RFID), and product lifecycle management, prior experience with CAD, PLM, and ERP systems preferred
- Proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language (Java, Python, or C-family languages), database development skills a plus
- Demonstrated ability to gather requirements, create technical solution designs, perform testing (including UAT), and deliver production-ready implementations
- Experience with change management, bill of materials, routings, and document control processes
- Skilled in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, MS Project) and capable of working across multiple web platforms

Tags: Enterprise Applications