Quality Inspector II, 3rd Shift, Site 2

AST SpaceMobile · Midland, Texas, United States

Posted Oct 27, 2026

Est. total comp~$72K–$116K

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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.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Quality Inspector II – Composites Integration performs advanced in-process and final inspections of composite structures, bonded assemblies, mechanical integrations, and avionics-related hardware utilized in satellite manufacturing and integration activities. This position works closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Production Control, and Quality Engineering teams to ensure product compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and aerospace quality standards.

The ideal candidate will possess experience in aerospace manufacturing, aircraft structures, composites fabrication, satellite integration, avionics manufacturing, or other high-reliability production environments where quality and precision are critical to mission success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform detailed in-process and final inspections of composite structures, bonded assemblies, satellite hardware, avionics components, and mechanical integrations.

Verify compliance with engineering drawings, 3D models, specifications, manufacturing travelers, work instructions, and inspection plans. …

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Job inventory

Required 3 items

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Skills and tools: GD&T, Blueprints

Preferred 3 items

Skills and tools: ERP

Certifications and licenses: IPC J-STD-001, IPC-A-610

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Reading drawings
Operations planning and scheduling
Field test and integration
Reading drawings and procedures
Safety and hazard analysis

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I can do Reading drawings on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do Operations planning and scheduling on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do Field test and integration on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do Reading drawings and procedures on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do Safety and hazard analysis on the job, or have used it in a class or project I have a project or work sample I could show an interviewer My resume is tailored to this kind of role I've practiced answering interview questions for this kind of job

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