3rd Shift Facilities Maintenance Supervisor Fri–Sun 6am–6pm (El Paso → Midland) at AST SpaceMobile

<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>Build Satellites. Apply in El Paso. Launch Your Career in Midland.</strong></p> <p>Have you worked in manufacturing, automotive, or mechanical assembly and want to take that skillset into something bigger? This is it. You’ll be building satellites and they don't get bigger than ours. If you have hands-on experience in manufacturing, automotive, or mechanical assembly, and are ready to apply those skills to something bigger, this is your opportunity. You’ll be contributing to the build of real satellite hardware, supporting one of the most advanced space manufacturing programs in the country.</p> <p>This position is based in our satellite production facility in&nbsp;<strong>Midland, TX</strong>, with full relocation provided (details below).</p> <p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p> <p>AST SpaceMobile is seeking an experienced and hands-on <strong>Facilities Maintenance Supervisor</strong> to support weekend operations at our satellite production facility in Midland, TX. This role is responsible for leading a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring facility reliability, and maintaining a safe, compliant, and fully operational environment.</p> <p>The ideal candidate combines strong technical maintenance expertise with leadership capability, driving preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.</p> <ul> <li><strong>Pay:</strong> <strong>DOE</strong>/hour based on experience, with overtime opportunities. <strong>Higher-level roles</strong> are available for more experienced candidates at increased pay.</li> <li><strong>Schedule:</strong> <strong>Friday, Saturday, Sunday</strong> <strong>6am to 6pm</strong> with <strong>paid lunch and breaks&nbsp;</strong>and overtime availability.</li> <li><strong>Flexibility:</strong> <strong>Night and weekday shifts</strong> with are also available depending on experience and team needs.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What you’ll do:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Supervise and lead a team of Facilities Maintenance Technicians during weekend operations</li> <li>Plan, assign, and prioritize maintenance tasks to ensure timely completion</li> <li>Oversee preventative maintenance programs for building systems, equipment, and infrastructure</li> <li>Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and facility-related issues</li> <li>Ensure all work is performed in compliance with OSHA, safety policies, and company standards</li> <li>Inspect facilities, equipment, and grounds to identify risks, deficiencies, and improvement opportunities</li> <li>Coordinate repairs, projects, and vendor activities as needed</li> <li>Maintain maintenance logs, reports, and documentation for tracking and compliance</li> <li>Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce downtime</li> <li>Ensure tools, equipment, and work areas are properly maintained and organized</li> <li>Provide coaching, training, and performance oversight to team members</li> <li>Respond to urgent maintenance issues and support overtime needs as required</li> </ul> <p><strong>What You Bring:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Must be authorized to work in the United States</li> <li>Minimum <strong>3+ years of facilities maintenance experience</strong></li> <li><strong>1+ year of leadership or supervisory experience preferred</strong></li> <li>Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and building systems</li> <li>Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues</li> <li>Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record</li> <li>Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English</li> <li>High school diploma or GED required (technical training preferred)</li> <li>Strong organizational, time management, and leadership skills</li> <li>Ability to work independently and manage a team in a fast-paced environment</li> </ul> <p><strong>Physical Requirements &amp; Work Environment:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and perform physical tasks for extended periods</li> <li>Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time</li> <li>Ability to use hands and fingers to perform repetitive and precision tasks</li> <li>Ability to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach as required to perform job duties</li> <li>Ability to communicate effectively, including talking and hearing</li> <li>Ability to work in, on, around, and in proximity to large structures, equipment, and tooling</li> <li>Ability to lift, push, and/or carry items up to 40 pounds as required</li> <li>Ability to work near moving mechanical parts and equipment</li> <li>Ability to work in and around tight or confined spaces</li> <li>Ability to Reading,&nbsp;identifying&nbsp;colors of labels or signage</li> <li>Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and perform physical tasks for extended periods</li> <li>Ability to work in environments that may include exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and/or hazardous materials (e.g., carbon fiber)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Benefits: </strong>(Eligibility dependent)</p> <ul> <li>Medical, dental, vision</li> <li>401(k) (pre-tax &amp; Roth)</li> <li>Life insurance, disability coverage</li> <li>HSA, transportation benefits</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program</li> <li>PTO / sick leave</li> </ul> <p><strong>Relocation Support (If You Accept)</strong></p> <ul> <li>Up to <strong>$5,000</strong> in temporary housing (first 3 months)</li> <li><strong>$1,050/month stipend</strong> to support living arrangements after 1st working month on an ongoing basis</li> </ul> <p>If you are open to relocating to Midland, this can be a career changing, and life changing, move into the high-tech aerospace world offering a new skill set and job security in a very similar environment that will soon feel like home. We encourage you to apply to learn more about AST SpaceMobile and what Midland has to offer.</p> <p><em>This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.</em> &nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p>AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.</p></div>