Vast is looking for an Manufacturing Planner, Structures Manufacturing reporting to the Production Manager, Structures Manufacturing to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. Join the team as we help manufacture the world's first private space station.

This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach location.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain production schedules, demand forecasts, resource availability, and capacity analysis
• Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure timely availability of materials and components required for manufacturing
• Analyze internal and external capacity and identify bottlenecks or constraints
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods
• Implement strategies to minimize excess inventory while ensuring continuity of production
• Communicate to engineering and leadership with no later than release dates for manufacturing deadlines
• Coordinate with engineering and quality assurance teams to ensure adherence to specifications and standards
• Monitor production progress and identify deviations from the schedule
• Take corrective actions to mitigate delays and maintain on-time delivery
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains
• Implement best practices to enhance manufacturing processes and reduce lead times
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, procurement, engineering, and logistics to align on plans and resolve issues

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years experience in manufacturing planning, scheduling, or operations management

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams are crucial for success in this role
• Working knowledge of database query and visualization software such as SQL, Tableau, etc.
• Understanding of Quality Management in aerospace manufacturing
• Proficiency in using enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES)
• Committed to continuous improvement and a willingness to embrace new technologies, methodologies, and best practices

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to work late & weekends on an as needed basis to support critical milestones

Pay Ranges:

• Manufacturing Planner I: $67,000 - $95,000
• Manufacturing Planner II: $76,000 - $108,000

Pay Range: California

$67-$108,000 USD

We calibrate level and compensation to the selected candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. We welcome applicants across a range of experience levels to apply.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 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, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering 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.

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUSThe person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.