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AST SpaceMobile · 23 hours ago

Intern - Battery Pack Modeling & Degradation Analysis

Homestead, FL

Internship

Onsite

Intern

0+ years exp

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices. The Battery Pack Modeling & Degradation Analysis Intern will support the R&D team by focusing on analytical modeling and validation of battery pack behavior, extending cell models to pack-level representations, and documenting methodologies for future development efforts.

Telecom & CommunicationsAerospaceInformation TechnologySatellite CommunicationTelecommunications

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Extend cell‑level battery performance models to full battery pack representations

Apply existing cell degradation models to pack‑level configurations

Identify and document assumptions required when scaling degradation behavior from cell to pack

Conduct and analyze battery pack test data to validate model predictions

Quantify discrepancies between modeled and measured pack‑level behavior

Recommend additional parameters or enhanced modeling approaches needed for pack‑level accuracy

Support the conversion of MATLAB/Simulink models to Python as needed

Document modeling methodology, assumptions, limitations, and results for internal use

Qualification

Battery modelingData analysisMATLAB/SimulinkPythonElectrochemical systemsAnalytical skillsCollaborationCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Engineering or Applied Science

A minimum of 0–1 years of relevant project or academic experience; prior experience with analytical modeling or battery systems is beneficial

Strong analytical and quantitative problem‑solving skills

Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross‑functional teams

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in documentation, modeling, and data interpretations

Ability to work in a standard office or lab environment

Ability to use a computer for extended periods

Occasional hands‑on interaction with test setups or laboratory equipment

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

Data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., NumPy, pandas, matplotlib)

General tools: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred

Field of Study: Electrical Engineering

Senior undergraduate or graduate student

Familiarity with lithium‑ion battery models or electrochemical systems

Experience analyzing experimental or test-based data

Company

AST SpaceMobile

AST SpaceMobile is a space-based broadband cellular network company for unmodified mobile devices.

Founded in 2017

Midland, Texas, USA

501-1000 employees

https://ast-science.com

H1B Sponsorship

AST SpaceMobile has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)

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Trends of Total Sponsorships

2025 (8)

2023 (2)

Funding

Current Stage

Public Company

Total Funding

$3.92B

Key Investors

Trinity CapitalAtlas Credit PartnersRakuten,Vodafone

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 and Chief Operating Officer

Andrew Johnson

Member Board of Directors

Recent News

Business Wire

AST SpaceMobile Announces Proposed Private Offering of $1.0 Billion of Convertible Senior Notes Due 2036

2026-02-12

Business Wire

AST SpaceMobile Announces Proposed Repurchases of up to $300.0 Million Convertible Senior Notes to be Funded By Concurrent Registered Direct Offerings of Class A Common Stock

2026-02-12

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Mixed options sentiment in AST SpaceMobile with shares down 1.02%

2026-02-12

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