Astronaut Operations Integrator

Vast•Long Beach, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world’s first commercial space station when it launches, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us. Vast is looking for a(n) Astronaut Operations Integrator, reporting to the Chief of Staff, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. This role will support the coordination and integration of astronaut and crew activities across training, mission preparation, and operational milestones. The Astronaut Operations Integrator will work closely with internal engineering, mission operations/training, and communications teams, as well as external partners such as. crew members, family members to crew, and to ensure astronauts are fully supported throughout their mission lifecycle. This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or 3-4 years professional experience.
Demonstrated experience coordinating complex schedules involving multiple stakeholders, constraints, and priorities
Experience managing projects, timelines, or operational planning in fast-paced environments
Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with technical and non-technical teams
Ability to handle sensitive or confidential information with discretion

Nice To Haves

Experience in spaceflight, aerospace, aviation, or complex operations environments. Prior experience in human spaceflight would be ideal
Experience supporting high-visibility programs, executive teams, or customer-facing operations
Personnel scheduling experience in complex operational environments
Experience coordinating with external partners or customers across multiple organizations
Familiarity with scheduling tools, operational planning software, or project management platforms
Ability to adapt quickly to dynamic schedules and evolving mission requirements
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to balance operational efficiency with crew experience
Experience working in startup or rapidly scaling environments
Passion for human spaceflight and the mission of expanding humanity’s presence in space
High level of emotional intelligence

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain tools, systems, and repeatable processes to support astronaut scheduling and operational coordination
Manage and maintain the comprehensive schedule for astronauts and active crew members supporting Vast missions
Develop and maintain integrated crew schedules that account for internal program constraints, training requirements, mission timelines, and external partner coordination
Identify scheduling conflicts and drive resolution across cross-functional teams including mission operations, engineering, training, and communications
Communicate crew schedules and updates clearly to internal stakeholders and external partners
Coordinate logistics associated with astronaut activities, including onboarding, training sessions, mission events, travel coordination, and facility access
Work closely with external partners and customer representatives to integrate availability, travel, and operational requirements into crew schedules
Support mission preparation and milestone events by coordinating astronaut participation across training, communications, and operational activities
Help ensure astronauts and crew members have a seamless and positive experience working with Vast throughout their mission lifecycle—from assignment through post-flight activities

Benefits

100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability insurance
life insurance
access to a 401(k) retirement plan
ClassPass credits
personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health
other discounts and perks
exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees