Mechanical Engineering, Structures

Vast is looking for **Mechanical Engineer, Structures**, to help develop the systems behind our human-rated space stations. You'll use your engineering knowledge and creativity to design, build, and test novel solutions at the cutting edge of space technology. This will be a **full-time, exempt** position located in our **Long Beach, CA** location. **Responsibilities:** - Own the design of primary and secondary structures for a large-scale space station, from concept through flight hardware. - Apply knowledge of static and dynamic loads, vibration, thermal, and other environments to drive design decisions and define design margins. - Perform mechanical design and analysis, and release manufacturing drawings, test plans, and concepts of operations for your hardware. - Lead trade studies, and own interfaces and interface control documents with other subsystems. - Own requirements verification through test, analysis, inspection, or demonstration, and lead structural testing and qualification. - Follow hardware through fabrication, assembly, and test, working with fabricators and technicians to improve designs, develop processes, and resolve issues. **Minimum Qualifications:** - B.S. in mechanical, aerospace, or civil engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related technical field. - 2+ years of experience designing and developing mechanical components or systems. - 2-4+ years of experience for Mechanical Engineer II - 4-6+ years of experience for Senior Mechanical Engineer - Proficiency with 3D CAD and FEA software packages. - Experience implementing and analyzing GD&T per ASME Y14.5. **Preferred Skills & Experience:** - Design of structures and components for a high-performance vehicle or spacecraft. - Experience with design work in recent versions of NX and Teamcenter. - Experience with thermal and structural analysis using Ansys, Femap/Nastran, Abaqus, or similar tools. - Experience implementing and analyzing GD&T per ASME Y14.5. - Proactive problem-solving skills, including failure analysis and root cause investigation. - Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. - Familiarity with spacecraft specifications and environmental test standards such as SMC-S-016, NASA-STD-5001, and MIL-STD-810. **Additional Requirements:** - Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones. **Pay Ranges:** - Mechanical Engineer/ Level I: $86,100.00 - $122,220.00 - Mechanical Engineer/ Level II: $112,340.00 - $159,468.00 - Senior Mechanical Engineer/ Level III: $137,760.00 - $195,552.00 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.