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Principal Satellite to Ground Integration Engineer

AST SpaceMobile · Dallas, Texas, United States · On-site

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About AST SpaceMobile

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.

About the role

We are seeking a Principal Satellite to Ground Integration Engineer to support the integration, deployment, and lifecycle management of Q/V-band transmission systems in a satellite communications gateway environment.

What they're looking for

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience working with Q/V-band satellite transmission systems, including system design, RF integration, testing, deployment, or operational support
  • Experience troubleshooting RF communications systems
  • Experience supporting system-level integration activities
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build productive relationships across technical and non-technical teams
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional engineering, product, and operations organizations
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts
More about this role

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.

We are seeking a Principal Satellite to Ground Integration Engineer to support the integration, deployment, and lifecycle management of Q/V-band transmission systems in a satellite communications gateway environment. This role is responsible for owning the Q/V transmission subsystems — antennas, amplifiers, frequency conversion equipment, and indoor/outdoor RF infrastructure — including configuration baselines, acceptance and calibration processes, and system integration, to ensure operational readiness across multiple gateway deployments. The ideal candidate is a deep expert in Q/V-band transmission, RF integration, testing, and troubleshooting, and thrives in a cross-functional environment spanning engineering, operations,...

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