Production Supervisor

• Shift 4
• Weekend Nights AST SpaceMobile
• 2.

6 Midland, TX Job Details 6 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Supervising experience Full Job Description 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. Position Overview AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network designed to connect standard mobile phones at 4G/5G speeds — on land, at sea, and in flight. The Production Supervisor will oversee the mechanical and electrical assembly of complex satellite systems for AST SpaceMobile's growing LEO constellation. This role is responsible for supervising production operations, ensuring quality and throughput, supporting continuous improvement, and developing a high-performing assembly workforce. You will be working shift 4 which is 6 pm to 6 am Friday, Saturday, Sunday (3x12 schedule) and comes with a 25% pay premium. Key Responsibilities Supervise satellite mechanical and electrical assembly operations, ensuring adherence to work instructions, engineering specifications, and quality standards. Oversee and coordinate personnel across assigned shifts to ensure products are built on time, within cost targets, and meeting all quality expectations. Maintain 6S standards, general housekeeping, and overall operational effectiveness for assigned production areas. Support employee training, process auditing, and skills development to meet departmental objectives and certification requirements. Motivate, coach, and engage employees to drive performance, accountability, and teamwork. Partner with other supervisors, managers, and operations leadership to resolve production bottlenecks and personnel performance issues. Support and guide the team in achieving key operational metrics and departmental goals, including safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency. Work closely with engineering, quality, supply chain, and other cross-functional teams to ensure smooth build operations and timely issue resolution. Qualifications Education High school diploma required. Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, scientific, or related technical field preferred. Experience 5 or more years of experience supervising production teams of at least 10 direct employees. Experience supervising manufacturing or assembly operations preferred. Soft Skills Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to motivate, develop, and build trust within a diverse production team. Demonstrated leadership behaviors and decision-making abilities. Commitment to fostering a safe, compliant, high-performance work environment. Technology Stack Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity with manufacturing documentation systems, work instructions, MES, or ERP platforms is beneficial. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles. Experience supervising aerospace, electronics, or precision manufacturing operations. Understanding of satellite, avionics, or mechanical/electrical assembly processes. Physical Requirements Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with regular walking, standing, reaching, and lifting up to 40 lbs. Comfort working around mechanical assembly stations, tooling, and production equipment. 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 . 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 . 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.