Thermal Blanket Fabrication Technician

The role

This person will fabricate, assemble, and install thermal insulation blankets for high-performance satellites. The role involves working with specialized materials and following engineering drawings.

What you will do

• Fabricate custom thermal blankets based on engineering drawings, patterns, and technical specifications
• Measure, cut, sew, and assemble thermal insulation materials such as reflective films and foils
• Operate industrial sewing machines, hot knives, and other fabrication tools safely and accurately
• Apply binding, Velcro, snaps, and other fasteners to thermal blankets as required
• Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy, proper fit, and compliance with specifications
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve fabrication issues or suggest improvements
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety protocols
• Track materials used and maintain documentation for traceability
• May assist with on-site installation or fitting of thermal blankets in equipment or systems

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of 0–1 years in fabrication, sewing, insulation, or a related field
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Manual dexterity for handling small components and tools

Nice to have

• Experience in aerospace, industrial insulation, or thermal systems manufacturing
• Knowledge of aerospace film materials and their properties
• Experience with pattern making or custom sewing/fabrication

About the company

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. The network is designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet.