AST SpaceMobile · 2 months ago
Quality Engineer – Battery Pack Production Line
Homestead, Florida, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expAST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices. The Quality Engineer will oversee and ensure the quality standards and processes throughout the battery pack manufacturing line, collaborating with various teams to drive continuous improvement and maintain high product reliability and safety.
Information TechnologySatellite CommunicationTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance processes specific to battery pack assembly and testing
Perform in-line inspections, process audits, and product testing to ensure compliance with design specifications and safety standards
Analyze data from production and testing to identify trends, defects, and areas for improvement
Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for quality issues detected during production or post-production
Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure incoming components meet quality standards
Support validation and qualification of new battery pack designs and manufacturing processes
Ensure compliance with industry regulations (e.g., UL, IEC, ISO standards) and customer requirements
Document and maintain quality records, inspection reports, and quality control plans
Provide training and guidance to production personnel on quality standards and procedures
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen to enhance product quality and process efficiency
Coordinate with the safety and reliability engineering teams to assess battery pack performance and durability
Support internal and external audits related to quality and manufacturing processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related technical field
Proven experience (3+ years) in quality engineering within battery pack manufacturing or related industries (e.g., electronics, automotive)
Strong understanding of battery technologies, pack assembly processes, and safety standards
Proficiency with quality management systems (QMS) such as ISO 9001
Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC), root cause analysis tools (e.g., 8D, Fishbone), and quality improvement methodologies
Experience with test equipment and data acquisition systems used in battery production
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Knowledge of Arbin cyclers, Amada welding machines, or similar battery testing and assembly equipment is a plus
Preferred
Certification in Quality Engineering (CQE) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
Experience with battery cell screening, aging, and cycling
Familiarity with software tools such as Minitab, JMP, or similar statistical analysis programs
Company
AST SpaceMobile
AST SpaceMobile is a space-based broadband cellular network company for unmodified mobile devices.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.92BKey Investors
Trinity CapitalAtlas Credit Partners
2025-10-22Post Ipo Equity· $157.22M
2025-10-21Post Ipo Debt· $1.15B
2025-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $800M
Leadership Team
Shanti Gupta
Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer
Andrew Johnson
Member Board of Directors
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