Technical Project Manager

<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><strong>Position Overview</strong></p> <p>We are<strong> </strong>seeking a dynamic and experienced Technical Project Manager (TPM) to oversee the project and program management of critical satellite and space vehicle subsystems. This role involves managing multimillion-dollar budgets for systems including command and data handling, electrical power, reaction wheels, torque rods, and harnesses. As a TPM, you will lead cross-functional teams of 10-20 people through the entire lifecycle of hardware development—from design and manufacturing to testing and delivery.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead cross-functional teams in the design, manufacturing, testing, and delivery of hardware, including batteries, solar arrays, harnessing, Power Conditioning and Distribution Units (PCDU), Flight Computers (FC), and test equipment.</li> <li>Monitor and control earned value metrics, resource allocations, and integrated master schedules (IMS) to align with Program Management Office (PMO) deadlines.</li> <li>Ensure the successful completion of critical design reviews and project milestones.</li> <li>Guide program support activities, including subcontracting, supply chain management, material planning, and capital expenditures.</li> <li>Review contracts with suppliers and design partners, drive major milestones, and schedule payments.</li> <li>Manage the design, configuration, and operation of engineering and reliability lab infrastructure with a focus on reducing cycle time and cost.</li> <li>Drive the development and manufacturing of test procedures (life cycling, qualification, and acceptance testing) to verify products for multiple space vehicles.</li> <li>Capture and define requirements from stakeholders to determine test parameters, design constraints, and project deliverables.<strong>&nbsp;</strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Education:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field is required.</li> <li>A focus or coursework in electrical systems or aerospace engineering is preferred<strong>&nbsp;</strong>&l