Senior Mechanical Engineer, Structures Long Beach, California, United States

Vast • Long Beach, CA

412d • $150,000 - $170,000

About The Position

Vast is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Structures to contribute to the design and construction of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. This role involves working within the Structures and Mechanisms Department to ensure the successful execution of the mission to build the world's first commercial space station, Haven-1, scheduled for launch in August 2025. The position is full-time and located in Long Beach, CA, focusing on the design of primary and secondary structures while collaborating with various teams to meet mechanical design needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or physics.
• 5+ years experience with CAD and FEA software packages.
• 5+ years of experience designing and developing mechanical components or systems.

Nice To Haves

• Design of structures and components for a high-performance vehicle or spacecraft.
• Proactive problem-solving skills such as failure analysis and root cause investigation.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Design work in recent versions of NX, Teamcenter.
• Analysis work in recent versions of Ansys, FeMap/Nastran, Abaqus.
• Experience with GD&T implementation and analysis (ASME Y14.5).
• Familiarity with spacecraft specifications such as SMC-S-016, NASA-STD-5001.

Responsibilities

• Own the design of primary and secondary structures on a large scale space station.
• Develop an understanding of static and dynamic loads, vibrations, thermal and other environmental considerations to drive design decisions.
• Perform mechanical design and analysis, develop manufacturing drawings, test plans, and concept of operations, and follow hardware through the entire process.
• Lead trades and own interfaces with all subsystems.
• Work with fabricators and technicians to improve designs, develop processes, and resolve issues.

Benefits

• 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
• Flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 15 days of vacation for non-exempt staff.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Free catered meals and snacks and beverages.
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
• One Medical membership.
• ClassPass credits.
• Personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health.
• Other discounts and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree