Vast

Overview

Vast is developing next-generation space stations and infrastructure with a focus on low-cost and hardware-rich approaches. The company is seeking a Materials & Processes Engineer – Metallics to support the design and build of human-rated space stations.

Responsibilities

• Provide Materials & Processes engineering expertise for metallic materials used across spacecraft structures and systems.
• Support material selection and qualification for various metals and aerospace materials.
• Develop, review, and maintain material and process specifications and engineering standards.
• Provide technical guidance for manufacturing processes including machining, forging, and welding.
• Evaluate material properties and manufacturing processes against various requirements.
• Develop and execute material and process qualification test plans.
• Perform and support failure analysis and root cause investigations.
• Work closely with Supplier Quality Engineering and Supply Chain to evaluate supplier capabilities.
• Serve as highest technical authority on selected processes and alloy classes.
• Mentor junior M&P engineers and represent the M&P organization in program-level reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 0 years of experience for Level I M&P Engineer, 2+ years for Level II, and 5+ years for Senior M&P Engineer.
• Master’s degree or PhD in a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience supporting metallic materials and processes for high-reliability hardware preferred.
• Deep expertise in welding, heat treatment, fatigue, and fracture mechanics preferred.
• Fundamental understanding of metallic materials including aluminum and titanium.
• Experience with metallic manufacturing processes such as casting and additive manufacturing.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems.
• Extensive hands-on experience with metallography and material characterization methods.

Benefits

• 401k
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO

Additional Information

• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted.
• Full-time position located in Long Beach, California.