Senior 3D Technical Artist

Vast•Long Beach, CA

About The Position

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world’s first commercial space station when it launches into low-Earth orbit in 2026. It is part of our stepping stone approach to continuous human presence in LEO. 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. Senior 3D Technical Artist Vast is seeking a highly skilled Senior 3D Technical Artist who can bridge the gap between engineering and visualization to bring next-generation artificial-gravity space stations to life. In this role, you will translate engineering models into accurate 3D visualizations and develop compelling technical imagery that supports industrial design, engineering development, system integration, marketing, and strategic decision-making. Working closely with engineers, industrial designers, and cross-functional partners, you will visualize complex systems, components, and environments throughout all phases of product development. Your work will play a critical role in communicating design intent, identifying engineering challenges, and illustrating the future of human habitation in space.

Requirements

8+ years of experience as a 3D technical artist, concept artist or animator, preferably in aerospace, gaming, film, or industrial design.
Strong ability to interpret engineering models, diagrams, and technical requirements.
Proficiency in 3D modeling and rendering tools such as Blender, 3ds Max, Maya, Keyshot or similar platforms.
Strong skills in creating accurate technical visualizations and photorealistic renders.
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones
Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted

Nice To Haves

Background in industrial design, engineering visualization, or technical art for scientific applications
Knowledge of computer applications and the ability to easily navigate through different computer software programs
Experience with VR/AR tools for immersive visualization and design review.
Ability to make independent judgments with limited information
Communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in-writing) between other employees, vendors, and customers

Responsibilities

Translate engineering CAD models into 3D rendering software for accurate and visually clear representations.
Create technical visualizations that support engineering development and system design reviews
Visualize components, subsystems, and full station environments across the entire product development lifecycle.
Communicate technical problems, constraints, and solutions through visual media for internal stakeholders, leadership, and partners.
Develop detailed 3D concepts for habitat interiors, station exteriors, research labs, docking interfaces, and other mission-critical environments.
Collaborate closely with aerospace engineers to ensure technical feasibility, accuracy, and alignment with operational requirements.
Iterate on designs based on engineering feedback, user experience considerations, and program objectives.
Contribute to the overall visual language and aesthetic identity of Vast’s space station platforms.
Produce high-quality renders and animations for internal reviews, investor materials, marketing, and crew sales use.
Maintain and expand a master 3D asset library that supports cross-team collaboration, vendor coordination, and future project continuity.
Create polished visuals that support pitches, proposals, customer engagements, and public-facing communication.
Work with industrial design, engineering, operations, and executive teams to ensure visuals accurately reflect mission architecture.
Support immersive visualization platforms including VR and AR as needed.
Adapt to a fast-paced and evolving engineering environment while maintaining exceptional visual quality and attention to detail.

Benefits

100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.
We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee, 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.

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