{"id":3379601,"url":"https://alion.io/job/ast-spacemobile-structural-technician-2nd-shift-site-2","title":"Structural Technician, 2nd Shift, Site 2","company":{"id":2057930,"name":"AST SpaceMobile","domain":"ast-science.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/ast-science","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Greenhouse","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":87,"open_postings":243,"ghost_share":0.128,"stale_share":0,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":115,"computed_at":"2026-11-02T06:13:15Z"}},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":"middle","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Midland, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":47000,"max_usd":84000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":4938},"experience_years_min":3,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":true},{"name":"Outlook","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-27T23:38:46Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-27","last_verified_at":"2026-11-02T07:37:05Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":5,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":0,"flags":["company_stale"],"days_open":5},"description":"AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet - on land, at sea and in flight.\nPosition Overview\nWe are seeking a Structural Technician to support spacecraft manufacturing by assembling and maintaining the primary structures that satellites are built around. This hands-on role within the CSAT Structures team is responsible for building, fitting, assembling, and inspecting structural components and subassemblies used in satellite production. Candidates with experience in aerospace, aircraft structures, automotive manufacturing, or precision mechanical assembly will find a highly transferable skill set in this environment.\nKey Responsibilities\nAssemble spacecraft structural components and subassemblies using engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.\nInstall aerospace fasteners including rivets, bolts, nut plates, and specialty hardware to required specifications.\nPerform drilling, reaming, countersinking, deburring, and precision fitting operations.\nBuild and bond composite and metallic structures, including frames, panels, and deployable assemblies.\nExecute structural alignment and fit-up activities while maintaining tight tolerances.\nPartner with Manufacturing Engineers to troubleshoot assembly issues and improve production processes.\nMaintain strict adherence to quality standards, documentation requirements, and configuration control procedures.\nInspect assemblies for structural integrity and dimensional accuracy.\nSupport integration, modifications, repairs, and rework activities as required.\nFollow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.\nSupport production schedules and work overtime as needed to meet business objectives.\nCompensation & Schedule\nCompetitive compensation based on experience.\nOvertime opportunities available based on work demand.\nHigher-level roles available for candidates with advanced experience and qualifications.\nStandard schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 PM to 4:00 AM (4x10 schedule) with paid lunch and breaks.\nQualifications\nEducation\nHigh School Diploma or GED required.\nTechnical Certificate or Associate Degree in Manufacturing, Aerospace, Aviation Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, or a related field preferred.\nExperience\nMinimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing, aerospace structures, aircraft assembly, automotive assembly, or precision mechanical build environments.\nExperience with rivets, structural fasteners, and aerospace hardware installations.\nExperience interpreting and working from blueprints, engineering drawings, and assembly instructions.\nHands-on experience working with metals such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless steel and/or composite materials.\nPreferred Qualifications\nPrevious aerospace or spacecraft manufacturing experience.\nExperience working in a controlled manufacturing or cleanroom environment.\nFamiliarity with structural repair and rework processes.\nWorking knowledge of aerospace quality standards and documentation requirements.\nExperience supporting new product introduction or prototype builds.\nSoft Skills\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to quality.\nAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.\nStrong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.\nProven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, and Production.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.\nAbility to adapt to changing priorities and production demands.\nStrong organizational and time management skills.\nTechnology Stack\nBlueprint and engineering drawing interpretation tools.\nPrecision measurement equipment including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and torque tools.\nManufacturing documentation and work instruction systems.\nStandard Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams).\nAerospace assembly tooling and equipment.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.\nAbility to use hands and fingers to perform repetitive and precision assembly tasks.\nAbility to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as required.\nAbility to communicate effectively, including speaking and hearing.\nAbility to work in, on, around, and in proximity to large structures, equipment, and tooling.\nAbility to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 40 pounds.\nAbility to work near moving mechanical parts and manufacturing equipment.\nAbility to work in tight or confined spaces as required.\nAbility to work in environments that may include exposure to fumes, airborne particles, composites, carbon fiber materials, adhesives, and other manufacturing-related substances.\nAbility to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). \nAdditional Information\nIf you are open to relocating to Midland, this can be a career-changing opportunity to join the high-tech aerospace industry while leveraging your manufacturing and mechanical experience. AST SpaceMobile offers the opportunity to develop advanced technical skills within a growing and innovative environment.\nThis job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.\nAST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.","description_format":"text","description_chars":5898,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":3,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"high_school","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Satellite Communications","Satellite Manufacturing","Mobile Networks"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-28T04:19:19Z"}],"visa":[{"country":"US","licensed_sponsor":true,"evidence":"H-1B filings in 12 months: 12 · green card filings: 3","filings_12m":12,"filings_prev_12m":2,"green_card_filings_12m":3,"median_offered_wage_usd":139833,"route":null,"cap_exempt":false,"checked_at":"2026-10-29T16:27:21+00:00","sources":["US Department of Labor: LCA disclosure data (H-1B, H-1B1, E-3)","US Department of Labor: PERM disclosure data (green cards)"],"filings_for_role_12m":0}],"liveness":{"score":90,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.903,"p_room":1,"age_days":5,"expected_fill_days":115,"reasons":["conf:2","velocity","win:early","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-11-02T06:13:15Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/ast-spacemobile-structural-technician-2nd-shift-site-2","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/ast-spacemobile-structural-technician-2nd-shift-site-2.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-11-02T11:50:00Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":16229,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-11-03T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":2057930},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=2057930"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fast-spacemobile-structural-technician-2nd-shift-site-2"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fast-spacemobile-structural-technician-2nd-shift-site-2"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fast-spacemobile-structural-technician-2nd-shift-site-2"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/ast-spacemobile-structural-technician-2nd-shift-site-2\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fast-spacemobile-structural-technician-2nd-shift-site-2"}],"agent":{"mcp":"https://alion.io/mcp/jobs","mcp_open":"https://alion.io/mcp/open","next":[{"tool":"get_job","arguments":{"id":3379601}},{"tool":"search_jobs","arguments":{"company":"ast-science.com","detail":"compact"}},{"tool":"match_people","arguments":{"job_id":3379601},"note":"people open to offers who fit this vacancy"}],"note":"The same data through MCP tools: https://alion.io/mcp/open needs no sign-in (compact searches, postings, people); https://alion.io/mcp with an Alion account has everything. Docs: https://alion.io/developers"}}