# Quality Engineer – Thruster and Electric Propulsion Production Line

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

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/cced7b88-32d7-436d-b562-fdda84b2c22e

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

- Location: Homestead, FL

## Summary

This role ensures thrusters and electric propulsion systems meet aerospace quality standards throughout manufacturing, involving inspections, compliance verification, and process improvement. It suits engineers with aerospace manufacturing experience who can lead root cause analysis and drive continuous quality initiatives in a space technology production environment.

_Our summary, not AST SpaceMobile's wording._

## Skills named

8D Problem Solving, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), ISO 9001, Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Statistical Software

## Required

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 3+ years of quality engineering experience in aerospace manufacturing
- Understanding of electric propulsion systems and their manufacturing processes
- Proficiency with FMEA, SPC, root cause analysis, and 8D problem solving
- Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, and aerospace regulatory requirements
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Experience with quality inspection tools and measurement equipment
- Ability to work in cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities

## Nice to have

- Experience with electrical and vacuum systems
- Knowledge of thruster assembly, testing, and qualification processes
- Experience with statistical software and quality data analysis
- Six Sigma or Lean certification

Apply on AST SpaceMobile's site: https://ast-science.com/company/careers/?gh_jid=4606752005