Jobs in Midland, TX

AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX

This role tests satellites and spacecraft components under extreme thermal, vibrational, and vacuum conditions to ensure they survive launch and orbit. It suits engineers with aerospace environmental test experience who want hands-on laboratory work coordinating complex test campaigns and leading failure investigations.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX · $36 – $42 / hour

This role involves assembling, repairing, and modifying satellite structures to precise specifications at a satellite production facility in Texas. It suits experienced structural mechanics from aerospace who can work independently with technical drawings, hand and power tools, and are comfortable with physical demands in a manufacturing environment.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX · $45 – $55 / hour

AST SpaceMobile seeks a CNC programmer to write and optimize programs for 5-axis machines producing aerospace components for their satellite manufacturing facility in Midland, Texas. This role is ideal for someone with 2–5 years of multi-axis CNC experience who can work independently, troubleshoot machining issues, and collaborate with engineering and quality teams in a fast-paced production environment.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX · $20 / hour

This is an assembly technician role in a satellite manufacturing facility, where you'll handle hands-on production work including assembling sub-components, using hand tools and test equipment, and preparing finished parts for shipment. It suits someone detail-oriented who enjoys structured manufacturing work and can thrive in a fast-paced team environment with flexible shift options.

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AST SpaceMobile

Midland, TX

This role leads flight assurance activities for spacecraft mechanical systems throughout design, manufacturing, and testing phases, ensuring reliability and regulatory compliance. It suits engineers with aerospace hardware experience who can independently manage quality processes, investigate failures, and represent assurance requirements in design and test environments.

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AST SpaceMobile

Midland, TX

AST SpaceMobile seeks an instructor to teach assembly and manufacturing fundamentals to production teams, covering hand tools, workmanship standards, quality practices, and workplace organization. This role suits someone with manufacturing experience and a track record of effective technical instruction who can adapt to different learners and shift schedules.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX

AST SpaceMobile seeks an experienced environmental test technician to independently conduct thermal, vibration, acoustic, and other qualification testing on satellite systems and aerospace hardware at their Midland production facility. This role suits someone with aerospace or industrial testing experience who can troubleshoot complex test setups, mentor junior staff, and work with minimal supervision.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX

A hands-on technician role supporting environmental testing of satellite and space hardware, including thermal, vibration, and acoustic qualification work. This suits someone with mechanical aptitude and manufacturing or aerospace experience who wants to build skills in space industry testing operations.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX

This role oversees day-to-day operations of an on-site AI lab for a spacecraft company, managing physical security, IT infrastructure, and a part-time team that labels images to train computer-vision models. It suits someone with lab or secure-facility management experience who is comfortable enforcing strict information-security rules and supervising hourly workers in a manufacturing environment.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX

AST SpaceMobile seeks a hands-on leader to oversee satellite structural assembly for small technician teams while actively performing precision assembly work with composite and metallic components. This role suits experienced manufacturing or aerospace technicians ready to step into leadership while staying engaged in technical work.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX

AST SpaceMobile seeks an NDT Technician to inspect satellite components and assemblies for manufacturing defects using ultrasonic, radiographic, dye penetrant, and magnetic particle testing methods. This role suits experienced NDT professionals with aerospace or manufacturing backgrounds who want to apply their inspection skills to large-scale space hardware production.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX

Lead technician responsible for precision measurement and dimensional validation of satellite assemblies using advanced metrology equipment, while coordinating daily workflows and technician assignments in a aerospace manufacturing facility. Suits experienced metrology professionals looking to advance into a technical leadership role within the space industry.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX · $42 / hour

A maintenance technician role supporting satellite production equipment and facility systems in a aerospace manufacturing environment. This suits experienced industrial maintenance workers seeking night shift work with competitive pay and relocation support in a high-tech setting.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX · $42 / hour

Lead maintenance operations and supervise technicians across satellite manufacturing equipment and facility systems at a space technology company's production facility. This role suits experienced maintenance professionals with leadership experience who want to advance into supervisory positions in aerospace manufacturing.

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AST SpaceMobile

Midland, TX

This role focuses on orchestrating production schedules and material coordination in a satellite manufacturing environment, ensuring timely delivery of spacecraft components across teams. It suits someone with aerospace or high-tech manufacturing planning experience who thrives managing competing priorities and cross-functional dependencies.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX

This is a hands-on satellite manufacturing role where you'll assemble the structural core of spacecraft using aerospace fasteners, composites, and metallic materials. It suits people with manufacturing, automotive, or aircraft assembly experience who want to apply precision mechanical skills to space hardware.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX

Quality Assurance Inspector role at a satellite manufacturing facility in Midland, TX, performing in-process and final inspections on aerospace components to verify they meet engineering requirements. Suited for detail-oriented individuals with manufacturing experience or willingness to learn aerospace quality standards, available on 1st or 2nd shift with relocation support provided.

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AST SpaceMobile

Midland, TX

This role blends technical product management with supply chain operations for a satellite manufacturer, owning the end-to-end delivery of spacecraft subsystems from engineering through manufacturing and vendor management. It suits execution-focused engineers or program managers who thrive in ambiguity and prefer hands-on coordination across hardware builds rather than traditional product strategy work.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX

This role builds satellite hardware for a space communications company, assembling and maintaining large mechanical structures with hands-on manufacturing experience. It suits people with a background in automotive or industrial assembly who want to apply those skills to aerospace work.

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AST SpaceMobile

Midland, TX

Lead the installation and quality control of thermal insulation systems for spacecraft, managing a team of technicians through a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment. This role suits experienced thermal or aerospace professionals who combine hands-on technical knowledge with team leadership and problem-solving in high-stakes production.

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AST SpaceMobile

Midland, TX

This is an entry-level engineering program for recent graduates who want to become spacecraft engineers through hands-on work in environmental testing, with a structured path from technician to supervisor to associate engineer. It suits graduates with aerospace or mechanical engineering backgrounds who are eager to learn satellite production and testing from the ground up.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX

This is a structured career development program for recent engineering graduates to begin as assembly technicians on satellite production floors and progress through supervisory and engineering roles. It suits graduates with aerospace or mechanical engineering backgrounds who want hands-on experience building spacecraft hardware while developing into manufacturing or operations leaders.

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AST SpaceMobile

Full-time · Midland, TX

This is an entry-level engineering development program for recent graduates joining AST SpaceMobile's spacecraft manufacturing operations in Texas. You'll start as an engineering technician assembling satellite components, then progress through a structured path toward manufacturing or industrial engineering roles while gaining hands-on experience with flight hardware and early leadership opportunities.

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AST SpaceMobile

Midland, TX

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AST SpaceMobile

Midland, TX

AST SpaceMobile seeks a manager to oversee rigging and lifting operations across its satellite manufacturing facility, directing three supervisors and ensuring safe, compliant movement of sensitive spacecraft components. The role suits someone with 5–7 years of hands-on rigging experience and supervisory background who can establish safety standards, lead training, and coordinate with production teams in an aerospace environment.

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