Associate Electrical Engineer

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Full-time - Entry Level

Lanham, MD

About the position

The Associate Electrical Engineer at AST SpaceMobile will collaborate with senior engineers to design and test electrical harnesses for satellites and ground support equipment. This role is crucial in ensuring the integration and functionality of electrical systems within the company's innovative space-based cellular broadband network, which aims to provide global connectivity at 4G/5G speeds.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering teams to design, test, and support the integration of electrical harnesses.
• Create detailed electrical schematics and select appropriate wiring, connectors, and other harness components.
• Ensure compliance with company and industry standards during the design process.
• Develop and execute test plans to verify the functionality and performance of electrical harness systems.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation procedures, analyze test data, and troubleshoot issues to ensure adherence to specifications.
• Create comprehensive technical documentation, including interface control documents and installation procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to the company's knowledge base.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.

Requirements

• 0-2 years of industry experience or recent graduate with hands-on project experience.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with electrical systems, circuit design, and schematic capture tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration within cross-functional teams.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail for accurate documentation and design specifications.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of space environment.
• Knowledge of industry standards.
• Understanding of harness design principles, cable routing, shielding, and EMI/EMC considerations.
• Proficiency in CAD software for harness design (e.g., Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical, CATIA, Mentor Graphics).
• Experience with electrical simulation and analysis tools (e.g., SPICE, MATLAB).
• Prior experience in electrical harness design through internships, co-op programs, or academic projects.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• At-will employment governed by merit and qualifications