astspacemobile · Midland, Texas, United States
AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet – on land, at sea and in flight. Position Overview We are seeking an execution-driven Technical Product Manager to own the end-to-end delivery of complex electrical and mechanical subsystems for our LEO satellite platform. This is not a traditional product management role—it is built for operators who thrive in ambiguity, move with urgency, and close gaps across engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing. This role sits at the intersection of engineering and operations, with direct responsibility for driving purchase orders, managing suppliers, tracking hardware builds, and ensuring on-time subsystem delivery in a high-intensity startup environment. Key Responsibilities Program Execution & Ownership Own delivery of critical spacecraft subsystems (structures, power electronics, harnessing, propulsion, etc.) Translate high-level program goals into aggressive daily and weekly execution plans Drive sprint planning, stand-ups, and execution tracking across engineering and supply chain Identify risks early and aggressively push for resolution Supply Chain & Vendor Management Generate, track, and manage Purchase Orders (POs) end-to-end Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers for electrical and mechanical components Maintain frequent communication with vendors to monitor build progress Hold suppliers accountable to schedule, cost, and quality targets Travel to supplier sites as needed to resolve issues Cross-Functional Coordination Serve as the connective layer between electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and test teams Ensure designs translate into manufacturable, deliverable hardware Align engineering timelines with procurement and supply chain realities Support integration and test readi…
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