About the job
AST SpaceMobile is pioneering the world's first and only global cellular broadband network in space, designed to work seamlessly with standard, unmodified mobile devices. Our innovative technology is grounded in a robust intellectual property and patent portfolio, catering to both commercial and government sectors. Our dedicated engineers and space scientists are on a mission to bridge the connectivity gaps for five billion mobile subscribers and to extend broadband access to the billions still unconnected.
Position Overview
The Senior RAN Manager / MNO-Americas will lead the acceptance execution for operator-side RAN across lab and field environments throughout the Americas. This role is crucial in validating standardized probe packs, acceptance criteria, persistence thresholds, CIQ integrity, and service-level objectives (SLOs) to support pre-launch and beta activation milestones.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning and executing operator test cycles, diagnosing defects, validating KPIs, aligning results with OSS/NOC workflows, and publishing readiness artifacts that facilitate market acceptance while minimizing post-launch rework.
As the regional RAN acceptance lead for the Americas, this position drives coordinated efforts among operators, vendors, and internal engineering teams. The Senior RAN Manager oversees vendor and MNO test activities, governs BPMS workflows, and manages activation sequencing in collaboration with NOC and scheduling teams to ensure timely acceptance sign-offs. By enforcing CIQ integrity, persistence validation, and adherence to SLOs, the manager plays a key role in the successful deployment of our innovative technology.