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3rd Shift Industrial Maintenance Supervisor - Fri–Sun 6am–6pm

Astspacemobile

Midland, Texas, USonsite

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About this role

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.

This position is based in our satellite production facility in Midland, TX .

Position Summary

AST SpaceMobile is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading and supporting maintenance operations during assigned shifts within AST SpaceMobile's satellite manufacturing facilities. This position provides direct supervision of maintenance technicians while ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment, facility systems, production support equipment, and building infrastructure.

The supervisor serves as the primary maintenance leader during the shift and is responsible for coordinating preventive maintenance activities, responding to equipment failures, troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical issues, and ensuring maintenance work is completed safely and efficiently to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership abilities, industrial maintenance experience, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, and experience supporting manufacturing operations in a fast-paced production environment.

Pay: up to $42 an hour based on experience, with overtime opportunities .

Shift: 3rd Shift (Weekend Days) – Friday through Sunday, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM (3x12 Schedule)+

What you’ll do:

Leadership & Team Supervision

• Supervise, mentor, and develop Industrial Maintenance Technicians during assigned shifts.

• Assign daily maintenance activities and prioritize work orders based on production requirements.

• Monitor technician performance and provide coaching and technical guidance.

• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations of maintenance personnel.

• Ensure shift turnover communication is completed accurately between maintenance teams.

Maintenance Operations

• Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.

• Coordinate maintenance schedules to minimize production downtime.

• Ensure timely response to equipment breakdowns and emergency repairs.

• Monitor work order completion and maintenance documentation.

• Assist technicians in diagnosing and resolving complex equipment failures.

• Support installation, relocation, and commissioning of production equipment.

Mechanical & Electrical Troubleshooting

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electromechanical systems.

• Diagnose failures involving motors, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, compressors, sensors, relays, VFDs, and control systems.

• Interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, manuals, and equipment documentation.

• Utilize diagnostic equipment including multimeters, meters, and testing instruments.

• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.

Manufacturing Equipment Support

• Support production operations by maximizing equipment reliability and uptime.

• Coordinate maintenance support for satellite production equipment and manufacturing processes.

• Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and operational efficiency.

• Partner with production leadership to address maintenance concerns impacting throughput.

Facility Maintenance

• Oversee maintenance of facility systems including:

• HVAC

• Compressed air systems

• Electrical distribution systems

• Plumbing systems

• Building infrastructure

• Lighting systems

• Safety systems

• Ensure facility maintenance activities meet company standards and regulatory requirements.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce OSHA, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, and company safety procedures.

• Conduct safety inspections and participate in incident investigations.

• Ensure maintenance personnel utilize proper PPE and safe work practices.

• Maintain compliance with all applicable regulations and company policies.

• Lead safety discussions and toolbox talks.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work order documentation.

• Utilize CMMS systems to track maintenance activities and equipment history.

• Prepare shift reports and communicate equipment status to management.

• Track maintenance KPIs including downtime, PM completion rates, and equipment reliability.

What You Bring:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or authorized to work in the United States.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing, aerospace, production, refinery, semiconductor, or related environments.

• Minimum 2 years of leadership, supervisory, or lead technician experience.

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.

• Experience supporting production equipment and manufacturing operations.

• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.

• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.

• Experience using maintenance management software (CMMS).

• Strong communication and leadership skills.

• Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree or Technical Certification in:

• Industrial Maintenance

• Electrical Technology

• Mechanical Technology

• Mechatronics

• Automation Technology

• Military maintenance experience.

• Experience supervising maintenance teams in a manufacturing environment.

• PLC troubleshooting experience.

• VFD troubleshooting experience.

• HVAC certification.

• Electrical certification.

• OSHA 10 or O

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