AST SpaceMobile

Delivers global satellite-based mobile broadband

Battery Pack Technician

Product AssemblyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeHomestead, FL, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Associate degree or technical certification in aerospace, mechatronics, electronics, or a related field is preferred.
One to three years of experience in battery pack assembly, testing, or a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in operating Arbin battery cyclers for performance and quality testing.
Experience with Amada welding machines for tab and spot welding, and other welding tools.
Knowledge of battery chemistries, with lithium-ion preferred, electrical schematics, and troubleshooting methods.

Responsibilities

Assemble battery modules and packs according to engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
Operate Arbin battery cyclers to perform charge/discharge testing, capacity verification, and performance characterization.
Perform spot welding, tab welding, and interconnect assembly using Amada and Hesse welding machines while ensuring precision and safety.
Inspect and test battery cells, modules, and packs for quality compliance, including voltage, resistance, and thermal checks.
Diagnose and troubleshoot issues during assembly and testing, working closely with engineering teams to resolve problems.
Document test results, production data, and non-conformities in accordance with quality standards.
Follow electrostatic discharge, safety, and cleanroom protocols when handling sensitive battery components.
Support preventive maintenance and calibration of Arbin cyclers, welding equipment, and other production tools.
Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to improve production efficiency and implement process improvements.
Assist in training new technicians on battery testing, welding, and assembly processes.

Desired Qualifications

Associate degree or technical certification in aerospace, mechatronics, electronics, or a related field.
Knowledge of lithium-ion battery chemistry.

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 a skilled Battery Pack Technician to join our battery pack production line team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in assembling, testing, and troubleshooting battery packs, with a strong familiarity with Arbin battery cyclers and Amada and Hesse welding machines. This role involves supporting production operations, ensuring quality standards, and assisting with process improvements in the assembly of advanced energy storage systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Assemble battery modules and packs according to engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Operate Arbin battery cyclers to perform charge/discharge testing, capacity verification, and performance characterization.
Perform spot welding, tab welding, and interconnect assembly using Amada and Hesse welding machines while ensuring precision and safety.
Inspect and test battery cells, modules, and packs for quality compliance, including voltage, resistance, and thermal checks.
Diagnose and troubleshoot issues during assembly and testing, working closely with engineering teams to resolve problems.
Document test results, production data, and any non-conformities in accordance with quality standards.
Follow ESD, safety, and cleanroom protocols when handling sensitive battery components.
Support preventive maintenance and calibration of Arbin cyclers, welding equipment, and other production tools.
Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to improve production efficiency and implement process improvements.
Assist in training new technicians on battery testing, welding, and assembly processes.

Qualifications and Skills:

Associate degree or technical certification in aerospace, mechatronics, electronics, or related field (associate degree preferred).
1–3 years of experience in battery pack assembly, testing, or manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in operating Arbin battery cyclers for performance and quality testing.
Experience with Amada welding machines (tab/spot welding) and other welding tools.
Knowledge of battery chemistries (Li-ion preferred), electrical schematics, and troubleshooting methods.

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.

About the Company

AST SpaceMobile

Delivers global satellite-based mobile broadband

AST SpaceMobile builds a satellite-based broadband network that can work directly with ordinary mobile devices by partnering with major mobile network operators to extend global coverage. The system uses satellites that communicate with phones through operator-backed services to provide data without relying only on terrestrial towers, with revenue coming from service agreements and data usage fees. It differentiates itself by pursuing direct-to-device satellite cellular service through collaborations with operators to reach the many unconnected subscribers worldwide. Its goal is to deliver seamless global mobile broadband coverage and close the connectivity gaps for billions of mobile users.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Midland, TX
Founded: 2017

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