# MES Systems Engineer (Tulip Developer)

Hiring organization: [AST SpaceMobile](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/ast-spacemobile)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/44ae25bf-b02d-4053-9334-3eb0220ffdd9

Listed on AST SpaceMobile's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Mid
- Location: Midland, TX

## Summary

This role develops and maintains manufacturing execution systems using Tulip, integrating shop floor operations with ERP and PLM platforms at a space communications company. It suits experienced MES engineers who can bridge manufacturing requirements with technical implementation, particularly those with Tulip expertise and aerospace or complex manufacturing background.

_Our summary, not AST SpaceMobile's wording._

## Skills named

Java, Jira, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Visio, NetSuite, Node.js, PagerDuty, Power BI, PowerPoint, Python, REST APIs, SQL

## Required

- 4+ years administering and configuring MES systems
- 2+ years hands-on Tulip development including app building, connectors, triggers, and dashboards
- Knowledge of ERP and PLM integrations
- Proficiency in SQL and at least one of Java, Python, or C-family languages
- Experience gathering requirements and delivering production implementations
- Familiarity with change management, BOMs, routings, and document control
- Proficiency in MS Office tools
- Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

## Nice to have

- 8 years MES experience and 4 years Tulip
- Multiple Tulip MES platform implementations
- Experience with other MES platforms such as Solumina, Apriso, Rockwell FactoryTalk, Siemens OpsCenter, or FLEX
- Aerospace or high-mix manufacturing background
- Knowledge of NetSuite ERP, Inventor CAD, or Fusion 360 Manage
- Familiarity with Power BI and Node.js
- API-based connectors and third-party integration experience
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and digital transformation
- Ability to read engineering drawings and 3D models
- Leadership experience

Apply on AST SpaceMobile's site: https://ast-science.com/company/careers/?gh_jid=4718913005