Quality Inspector (Dayshift Mon-Thurs 7:30am-5:30pm)

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.

Summary:

The Quality Inspector completes inspections on satellite communication equipment and parts.

Schedule is Monday through Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide detailed in-process inspections of electrical and mechanical assemblies, using technical drawings, CAD models, and established processes to verify conformance to design requirements.

• Perform detailed product inspections on finished goods, including but not limited to First Article Inspections and certified supplier document reviews.

• Document production nonconformance in accordance with provided procedures and processes as applicable.

• Maintain QMS policies and procedure documentation, verify compliance to applicable standards.

• Establish professionalism and timelines in the performance of daily activities.

• Communicate effectively to other AST SpaceMobile personnel any quality issues needing resolutions.

• Work multiple assignments concurrently and maintaining flexibility to production schedule.

• Monitor the use of calibrated measuring instruments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card Holder.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Experience with quality assurance principles, methods, and processes.

• Able to give standard dispositions

• Read and understand work instructions

• Effectively communicate with Quality Engineers

• Fully follow quality use of PPE and product protection equipment (smocks, gloves, etc)Comply and enforce company dress code and general company guidelines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sound knowledge of the standards and working principles of manufacturing and production aerospace industry.

• Experience performing detailed product inspections using blueprints/specifications and precision measuring and test equipment.

• Associate degree in a technical or engineering field.

• 3+ years of inspection experience in an aerospace, aviation, military or manufacturing environment.

• Experience with electrical systems including testing and inspection using portable measuring devices.

This 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.

AST 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.