AST SpaceMobile · 6 hours ago
Intern- EPS Test Engineering
Midland, Texas, United States
Internship
Onsite
InternAST SpaceMobile is building the first global cellular broadband network in space. The Electrical & Power Systems Test Engineering Intern will support functional testing, hardware validation, and integration activities for satellite electrical and power subsystems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure system performance.
Telecom & CommunicationsAerospaceInformation TechnologySatellite CommunicationTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Support CSAT functional testing and hardware validation of satellite electrical and power systems
Execute test procedures and assist with troubleshooting electrical and system-level issues
Support cell cycling, battery testing, and performance analysis
Collect, analyze, and document test data to verify subsystem performance and reliability
Design and develop electrical test harnesses and printed circuit boards (PCBs) to support integration and validation activities
Produce harness schematics and assist in fabrication and build of flight harnessing
Support continuity checks, integration fit checks, and electrical verification
Produce and maintain documentation for test procedures, configurations, and results
Update work instructions and test reports to ensure traceability and repeatability
Support configuration control and engineering documentation standards
Work closely with multidisciplinary subsystem teams including Power, RF, and Command & Data Handling
Communicate technical status, risks, and issues across teams
Support integration activities and assist with system-level problem resolution
Provide general lab and engineering support where needed by the Midland EPS test team
Take ownership of assigned tasks and projects, setting and meeting milestones
Apply critical thinking and structured problem-solving to resolve technical challenges
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
Relevant coursework, laboratory experience, or academic projects involving circuits, power electronics, systems engineering, or aerospace/space systems
Basic understanding of circuit analysis, power electronics, and electrical safety practices
Familiarity with schematic capture or CAD tools
Exposure to testing or hands-on lab environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams
Self-starter with strong ownership and accountability
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced lab and production environment
Frequent work in laboratory and integration environments
Ability to stand for extended periods and work at benches or test stations
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and handle hardware safely
Ability to work around energized electrical systems following safety protocols
Preferred
Exposure to satellite Electrical and Power Systems concepts such as solar arrays, batteries, power conditioning, and power distribution
Experience with analysis or simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB, SPICE, or similar)
Experience with schematic/PCB tools (Altium, AutoCAD Electrical, Mentor Graphics, or similar)
Participation in internships, co-ops, or student engineering teams (CubeSat, rocketry, robotics, etc.)
Hands-on experience building harnesses or electrical assemblies
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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