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What this role is
This role leads systems engineering for AST SpaceMobile's defense satellite communications business, translating government mission requirements into technical solutions across the company's space-based broadband network. It suits experienced defense systems engineers with active security clearances who can manage complex requirements, customer relationships, and technical trade-offs in aerospace and RF systems.
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field
- Minimum 8 years of systems engineering experience
- At least 4 years supporting DoD or defense programs
- Active Secret security clearance
- U.S. citizenship
Nice to have
- Advanced degree
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- RF systems engineering experience in defense or aerospace
- Experience with requirements management and modeling tools
- RF propagation and link budget analysis experience
- C2, ISR, or PNT mission experience
- Prior experience at commercial space company, defense prime, or government lab