Job Description
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
We are seeking a Pre-Sales Engineer to support customer engagement and drive growth across our markets. This role serves as the technical counterpart to the sales team, helping customers understand how our solutions meet their needs—from initial presentations through deployment planning. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, adaptable, and comfortable navigating both technical and business conversations in a fast-paced startup environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with sales teams as the primary technical resource in customer engagements
- Understand customer requirements and translate them into tailored solution proposals
- Build trust through clear, honest, and technically sound guidance
- Design system architectures and deployment strategies customized to each customer
- Deliver compelling technical presentations and demonstrations
- Prepare proposals, diagrams, and supporting technical documentation
- Collaborate with internal teams (Service Enablement, Delivery, Assurance) to align solutions with capabilities
- Provide field feedback to improve products and go-to-market strategies
- Support smooth handover to delivery teams post-contract
- Contribute to building scalable processes, templates, and best practices
- Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (Telecom, Electrical, Computer, or related field)
- Experience with Satellite, RAN vendors, or MNOs preferred
Experience:
A minimum of 5 years in a Pre-Sales, Solutions Engineer, or Technical Consultant role, preferably in telecom, networking, or related industries
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong understanding of gateways, networking, LTE/5G connectivity, and service platforms
- Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Hands-on experience with system integration, troubleshooting, and customer demos
- Self-starter with a proactive mindset and startup agility
- Willingness to travel for customer meetings, demos, and field trials
- Experience in satellite, IoT, or telecom infrastructure
- Familiarity with proposal writing and RFP responses
Soft Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in documentation and deliverables
Technology Stack
Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, MS Project, or similar
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in a standard office environment
- Ability to use a computer for extended periods
- Willingness to travel as needed
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.