Associate Electrical Engineer
About the role
AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet – on land, at sea and in flight.
Position Overview
We are seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer to join our team. This role involves working closely with senior engineers to design and test electrical harnesses for satellites and associated ground support equipment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace projects.** **
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with engineering teams to design, test, and support the integration of electrical harnesses for spacecraft and ground systems.
- Create detailed electrical schematics, select wiring, connectors, back shells, and other harness components, ensuring compliance with company and industry standards.
- Develop and execute test plans to verify functionality, reliability, and performance of electrical harness systems.
- Conduct thorough testing and validation procedures, analyze test data, and troubleshoot issues to meet design requirements.
- Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including interface control documents, system schematics, block diagrams, harness drawings, and installation procedures.
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (power, RF, command and data handling, and other subsystems) to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.** **
Experience
A minimum of 0–2 years of industry experience or recent graduate with hands-on project experience.** **
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of space environment and industry standards.
- Understanding of harness design principles, cable routing, shielding, and EMI/EMC considerations.
- Proficiency in CAD software for harness design (e.g., Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical, CATIA, Mentor Graphics).
- Experience with electrical simulation and analysis tools (e.g., SPICE, MATLAB).
- Prior experience in electrical harness design through internships, co-op programs, or academic projects related to aerospace engineering.
Soft Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Ability to think critically, propose creative solutions, and adapt to evolving project requirements.
- Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in documentation and design.
Technology Stack
- CAD tools: Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical, CATIA, Mentor Graphics.
- Electrical simulation tools: SPICE, MATLAB.
- Familiarity with schematic capture tools.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods.
- Occasional hands-on work with hardware in lab environments.
This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands .
AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
From AST SpaceMobile's job posting, checked 29 Oct 2026.
The application
Your details and CV, then 13 questions.
- 1.StateShort answer
- 2.Desired SalaryShort answer
- 3.Earliest Start DateShort answer
- 4.Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?Yes or no
- 5.Will you now or in the future require employment visa sponsorship?Yes or no
- 6.How many years' experience do you have with circuit design, build, and/or test?Pick one: None · 1-2 · 3-5 · 5-7 · 7+
- 7.How many years of experience do you have with harness design, build, and/or test?Pick one: None · 1-2 · 3-5 · 5-7 · 7+
- 8.How many years of experience do you have with CAD software, such as Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical, CATIA, or Mentor Graphics?Pick one: None · 1-2 · 3-5 · 5-7 · 7+
- 9.How many years of experience do you have with electrical simulation and analysis tools such as SPICE or MATLAB?Pick one: None · 1-2 · 3-5 · 5-7 · 7+
- 10.Do you have or are you actively pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields?Yes or no
- 11.Do you currently live near or are willing to relocate to Lanham, MD?Yes or no
- 12.Are you familiar with lab equipment like oscilloscopes, solar array and battery emulators, multimeters, electronic loads, protocol analyzers?Yes or no
- 13.I certify that the facts contained in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and I understand that the false statements or deliberate omissions on this application may be grounds for disqualification from employmYes or no
From AST SpaceMobile's apply page, checked 29 Oct 2026.
About AST SpaceMobile
BlueBird satellites with broadband directly to standard smartphones.
Experienced in Avionics & Electrical?
One profile for every space employer. Companies ask us for people with a specific skill, country or credential: add yours once, and when a role fits, we introduce you, only with your yes. Free.
Get new AST SpaceMobile roles by email
We check the AST SpaceMobile job board every hour and email you its newest roles each week, plus similar roles at other employers. Free, unsubscribe anytime.
Hiring for AST SpaceMobile? Feature this role for 30 days ($99 for one role, $299 for every open role): a labelled Featured block above the lists and the first roles in the weekly job email.