Quality Assurance Inspector II, | different shifts available
Job Description
<div class="content-intro"><p>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.</p></div><p>This position is based in our satellite production facility in <strong>Midland, TX</strong>, with full relocation provided (details below).</p> <div> <p>AST is seeking an experienced <strong>Quality Inspector II – Composites Integration</strong> to support the inspection and verification of advanced composite structures, integrated assemblies, and avionics-related hardware used in satellite manufacturing. This is a hands-on role for a highly skilled inspector who can independently evaluate aerospace-grade composite assemblies, identify nonconformances, and ensure hardware meets engineering, manufacturing, and quality requirements throughout the integration process.</p> </div> <p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p> <div> <p>The Quality Inspector II – Composites Integration performs advanced in-process and final inspections of composite structures, bonded assemblies, mechanical integrations, and avionics-related hardware used in satellite production. This position works closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Production Control, and Quality Engineering teams to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, work instructions, and aerospace quality standards.</p> <p>The ideal candidate will have experience in aerospace manufacturing, aircraft structures, composites fabrication, satellite integration, or avionics quality inspection environments.</p> </div> <p><strong>Compensation & Schedule</strong></p> <p><strong>Pay:</strong> DOE, Additional shift differentials apply for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th shifts.<strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Shift Schedules</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>1st Shift – Days: </strong>Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (4x10 schedule) with paid lunch and breaks <strong>(Need 3 </strong><strong>QA Inspector</strong><strong>)</strong></li> <li><strong>2nd Shift – Nights: </strong>Monday–Thursday, 6:00 p.m.–4:00 a.m. (4x10 schedule) with a 10% shift differential and paid lunch and breaks <strong>(Need 3 </strong><strong>QA Inspector</strong><strong>)</strong></li> <li><strong>3rd Shift – Weekends: </strong>Friday–Sunday, 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (3x12 schedule) with a 20% shift differential and paid lunch and breaks <strong>(Need 3 </strong><strong>QA Inspector</strong><strong>)</strong></li> <li><strong>4th Shift – Weekends: </strong>Friday–Sunday, 6:00 pm.– 6:00 a.m. (3x12 schedule) with a 22% shift differential and paid lunch and breaks <strong>(Need 3 </strong><strong>QA Inspector</strong><strong>)</strong></li> <li><strong>Flexibility:</strong> Night and weekend shifts may be available with shift differential pay depending on business needs.</li> </ul> <p><strong> What You’ll Be Doing:</strong></p> <p> </p> <div> <ul> <li>Perform detailed in-process inspections of composite structures, bonded assemblies, satellite hardware, avionics components, and mechanical integrations.</li> <li>Verify compliance to engineering drawings,