RF & Network Performance Certification Lead

<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><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Position Overview</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">We are seeking an experienced RF &amp; Network Performance Certification Lead to drive end-to-end certification of device RF behavior and network performance across both lab and real-world environments.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">This role is responsible for ensuring devices meet defined RF, protocol, and performance standards prior to launch and throughout their lifecycle.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">As a key technical leader, this individual will serve as the authority for RF and network performance readiness—ensuring seamless interoperability and delivering reliable, high-quality connectivity experiences.</span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Lead end-to-end RF and network performance certification across lab and field validation stages</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Define certification criteria, entry/exit gates, and performance acceptance thresholds</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Oversee lab-based testing including RF performance, throughput, latency, mobility, and reliability</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Drive field validation activities to assess device behavior in real-world network conditions</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="