# Environmental Test Technician III (El Paso relocate to Midland)

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

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/51a1b963-52cf-4275-a067-ecd650b2be41

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

- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Midland, TX

## Summary

This is a senior-level hands-on role running complex environmental testing—thermal vacuum, vibration, shock, and acoustic—on satellite hardware and aerospace components. It suits someone with 5+ years of aerospace or industrial testing experience who can lead test execution independently, mentor junior technicians, and troubleshoot sophisticated systems.

_Our summary, not AST SpaceMobile's wording._

## Skills named

Engineering Drawings, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word

## Required

- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum 5+ years hands-on experience in aerospace testing, aerospace manufacturing, automotive testing, environmental testing, industrial testing, defense manufacturing, or related technical industries
- Experience with wiring, harnessing, electrical assembly, and cable fabrication
- Experience performing soldering and connector termination
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and test procedures
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to use hands and fingers for repetitive and precision tasks
- Ability to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach as required
- Ability to lift, push, and carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work in confined spaces and near moving mechanical equipment
- Lead environmental test activities with minimal supervision
- Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and test system issues

## Nice to have

- Associate degree in Electronics Technology, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace Technology, Electrical Technology, or related field
- Aerospace or automotive manufacturing experience
- Experience performing vibration, thermal, thermal vacuum, acoustic, and shock testing
- Experience with solar panel testing and satellite hardware qualification
- Experience working with accelerometers, thermistors, thermocouples, and strain gauges
- Experience supporting calibration programs and metrology activities
- Experience leading test teams and mentoring technicians
- Experience supporting root cause analysis and failure investigations

Apply on AST SpaceMobile's site: https://ast-science.com/company/careers/?gh_jid=4707999005