AST SpaceMobile · 9 hours ago
Intern - Solar Panel Electrical and Power Systems Engineering
Midland, TX
Internship
Onsite
InternAST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space. The Solar Panel Electrical and Power Systems Engineering Intern will support the design, fabrication, and production of photovoltaic solar arrays, contributing to the reliability and efficiency of solar array systems for spacecraft.
Telecom & CommunicationsAerospaceInformation TechnologySatellite CommunicationTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Assist with design and fabrication activities for photovoltaic solar arrays and panel assemblies
Support solar cell tabbing, stringing, interconnection, and final panel assembly operations
Participate in hardware build, inspection, and integration of solar array components
Assist with troubleshooting and resolving assembly or performance issues
Support development and optimization of manufacturing processes for solar array production
Help create and update work instructions, process documentation, and build procedures
Assist with process flow development, cycle time tracking, and production efficiency improvements
Identify opportunities to improve yield, repeatability, and quality
Support functional and electrical testing of solar cells, strings, and panels
Collect and analyze test data to verify performance against specifications
Assist with documenting results and supporting qualification or acceptance activities
Work closely with manufacturing, quality, and design engineering teams to support integration and production goals
Provide general lab and production floor support where needed
Communicate technical findings and progress to stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline
Academic or hands-on experience with laboratory testing, fabrication, or manufacturing environments
Basic understanding of electrical and/or mechanical systems
Interest in aerospace hardware or space systems manufacturing
Strong attention to detail and quality mindset
Willingness to work hands-on with hardware and production equipment
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Self-motivated with strong problem-solving ability
Ability to follow procedures in controlled manufacturing environments
Frequent work on the production floor and in lab environments
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform hands-on assembly tasks
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Ability to work with small, delicate components in controlled or cleanroom environments
Preferred
Knowledge of solar cell electrical characteristics and photovoltaic system fundamentals
Familiarity with handling and assembly of sensitive or space-rated components
Exposure to manufacturing processes or process improvement concepts
Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks or similar)
Participation in engineering projects, labs, or student design teams
Benefits
A housing stipend of $250 per week will be provided.
Company
AST SpaceMobile
AST SpaceMobile is a space-based broadband cellular network company for unmodified mobile devices.
Founded in 2017
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (8)
2023 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.92BKey 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
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