Drafting Intern

Summary: AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space. The Drafting Intern will support engineering, facilities, and manufacturing teams through the creation and maintenance of technical drawings and documentation, gaining exposure to aerospace operations and workflows. Responsibilities: - Assist in developing and maintaining 2D and 3D technical drawings, layouts, and models for buildings, manufacturing equipment, and infrastructure projects - Support the creation and revision of architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings using AutoCAD or similar CAD software - Maintain drawing libraries, layout collections, revision histories, and released documentation within AST’s Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems - Update existing drawings and prepare finalized documentation packages for engineering and production use - Read and interpret technical datasheets, specifications, and engineering documentation to extract dimensions and design requirements - Assist with drafting work related to production flow, assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) processes - Participate in daily coordination meetings with engineering and project teams to support ongoing facility and equipment initiatives - Collaborate with engineers, technicians, architects, and stakeholders to incorporate design updates and technical requirements into drawings - Support implementation of industry standards, drafting conventions, regulatory requirements, and engineering calculations into design documentation - Assist with documentation control and organization of technical records and project files - Perform on-site measurements and field verification activities for buildings, equipment, and construction projects - Utilize technical measurement tools, scanners, mapping technologies, drones, or other digital measurement systems as required - Support engineering teams during facility walkthroughs, installations, and construction verification activities Required Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent required Preferred Qualifications: - Current enrollment in an Associate's or Bachelor's degree program in Drafting, Engineering Technology, Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related technical field - Exposure to AutoCAD or similar CAD software through coursework, internships, or personal projects - Basic understanding of technical drawings, engineering documentation, and drafting standards - Experience working with Microsoft Office applications - Familiarity with 2D and 3D modeling software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar platforms - Exposure to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or technical documentation systems - Interest in aerospace manufacturing, facility design, or industrial engineering environments - Experience reading technical schematics, layouts, or construction drawings - Knowledge of manufacturing, construction, or engineering workflows Required Skills: AutoCAD, 3D modeling, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Technical drawing, Microsoft Office, Technical measurement tools, Mapping technologies