AST SpaceMobile · 2 months ago
Senior Quality Inspector - CIC
Homestead, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space. The Senior Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance in the production of Cover Glass Integrated Solar Cells used in spacecraft, performing advanced inspections and mentoring junior inspectors.
Information TechnologySatellite CommunicationTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Perform in-process, first-article, and final inspections of Cover Glass Integrated Solar Cells (CICs) and subassemblies in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements
Verify precision alignment, bonding, attachment, and cleanliness of cover glass components under cleanroom and ESD-protected environments
Review and interpret quality documentation, work instructions, drawings, and inspection criteria, ensuring compliance with space industry standards (e.g., ECSS, NASA, IPC, MIL-STD)
Conduct inspections using specialized tools such as microscopes, optical comparators, profilometers, and metrology equipment
Identify, document, and report non-conformances, supporting root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) implementation
Ensure lot traceability, material certifications, and inspection records are accurate and complete for flight hardware
Collaborate with process engineers and manufacturing teams to resolve quality issues and improve inspection methodologies
Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to junior inspectors and technicians on inspection best practices
Support internal and external audits, customer reviews, and source inspections
Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product yield, reliability, and process efficiency
Qualification
Required
Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Quality Assurance, or equivalent experience
Experience: 5+ years in quality inspection or quality assurance, preferably in aerospace or space hardware production
Strong understanding of aerospace quality standards (ECSS, NASA-STD, IPC-A-610/620, AS9100)
Hands-on experience with precision inspection tools, microscopes, and metrology equipment
Proficiency in reading engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications
Experience with cleanroom protocols, contamination control, and ESD requirements
Excellent documentation skills with familiarity in digital quality management systems (QMS) and ERP/MRP systems
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Preferred
IPC or NASA Workmanship Standards certification (e.g., IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, NASA 8739 series)
Familiarity with solar cell manufacturing, semiconductor processes, or optical coatings
Experience with non-destructive inspection techniques
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma quality tools
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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