Key skills
Communication
About this role
Role Overview
- Install, configure, and maintain satellite communication gateway infrastructure supporting low-earth orbit (LEO) satellite networks.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot gateway components, including antennas, RF systems, frequency converters, and associated hardware.
- Perform testing and analysis using RF diagnostic tools and measurement equipment.
- Conduct integration, commissioning, and validation of gateway components to ensure optimal system performance.
- Monitor system health and identify corrective actions to minimize operational disruptions.
- Provide remote technical support to field locations and operational teams.
- Document maintenance activities, system configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and operations teams to resolve technical issues.
- Support equipment inventory management and asset tracking.
- Travel domestically and internationally to support installations, upgrades, and maintenance activities as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical field.
- Relevant satellite communications certifications (e.g., VSAT, SatCom, or similar) preferred.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience working as a Field Engineer, Satellite Technician, Network Engineer, or similar technical role.
- Experience supporting communications infrastructure, RF systems, or related technologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
Benefits
- AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.