# Controls Engineer

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

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/865b38c5-4939-4f12-a470-36424c6b6ace

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

- Location: Midland, TX

## Summary

AST SpaceMobile seeks a controls engineer to lead automation and subsystem integration for satellite hardware manufacturing at their Midland production facility. This role spans design, PLC programming, commissioning, and optimization of machinery and ground support equipment for a space-based broadband network.

_Our summary, not AST SpaceMobile's wording._

## Skills named

PLC Programming, Siemens

## Required

- Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, mechatronic, or controls engineering or related technical field
- Minimum 2 years manufacturing experience, preferably automotive
- PLC programming proficiency
- HMI software experience
- Electrical troubleshooting capability
- CAD skills
- Robotics programming knowledge
- Understanding of industrial networks
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Hands-on engagement with production floor hardware

## Nice to have

- Spanish language skills

Apply on AST SpaceMobile's site: https://ast-science.com/company/careers/?gh_jid=4674812005