AST SpaceMobile · 2 months ago
Sr Power System Engineer
Lanham, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expAST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices. As an Electrical and Power System Engineer, you will contribute to the development of next generation satellites, working on the full development and operations cycle of satellite electrical and power systems.
Information TechnologySatellite CommunicationTelecommunications
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop unit and subsystem level technical requirements specifications
Drive unit and subsystem level trade studies, architecture definition, and interface specification
Support unit level design activities by generating and reviewing drawings, schematics, layouts, and BOMs
Perform unit and subsystem level analyses such as power integrity, worst-case circuit, derating, voltage drop, and grounding
Lead unit and subsystem level acceptance and qualification testing by generating test plans, developing required EGSE, reviewing test results, generating test reports, and leading failure investigations
Lead on-orbit data reviews and anomaly investigations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with strong academic performance
1+ years of experience leading a team or technical project
Familiarity with electrical power system components such as batteries, solar panels, harness, and power control and distribution units
U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident
Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with satellite power systems and space mission requirements
Preferred
3-7 years of experience in power systems design and development, with a focus on space or aerospace applications preferred
Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, with emphasis on Power Electronics
Experience with LEO satellite power systems or similar space missions
Company
AST SpaceMobile
AST SpaceMobile is a space-based broadband cellular network company for unmodified mobile devices.
501-1000 employees
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
Recent News
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