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 Manufacturing Engineer, Structures, to contribute to the development of human-rated space stations as they transition from design to flight-ready status.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the build and inspection process for the assembly of the primary structure.
• Develop and refine manufacturing processes, including welding, trimming, shearing, rolling, and bending to meet design and business requirements.
• Document and standardize welding and other processes and create and modify manufacturing planning/work instructions.
• Collaborate with engineers, subject matter experts, and technicians to solve large-scale production challenges.
• Work with design engineers to evaluate designs for manufacturability in a rapidly evolving production environment.
• Resolve product non-conformances and collaborate with the quality team to implement root cause corrective actions.
• Help identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout upgrades to meet production demand.
• Develop and refine floor layouts, capacity models, and product flow analysis for on-time vehicle delivery.

Requirements

• B.S. in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing or electrical engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related technical field.
• Manufacturing experience managing a product/product line across multiple work centers and/or departments.
• 2-4+ years of experience for Manufacturing Engineer II.
• 4-6+ years of experience for Senior Manufacturing Engineer.
• Hands-on fabrication, assembly, and/or integration experience; CAD proficiency (NX preferred).

Benefits

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

Additional Information

• This is a full-time, exempt position located in Long Beach, CA.
• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.