Vast is looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, reporting to the Vice President of E-2, to create the world's highest performing engine for small launchers, while optimizing for production and low cost. In this role, you will join a team with exciting momentum that has produced and successfully tested fully integrated engine development samples. You will be a key member who will help transition the system from development to production.

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

Responsibilities:

• Hands on collaboration with the design team to transfer knowledge and provide input on the manufacturability and assembly processes for E-2 engine
• Create and maintain detailed manufacturing plans, assembly procedures, and work instructions to ensure consistent and accurate production
• Own MBOM transition to MES
• Support manufacturing and assembly shop layout
• Document and hold Manufacturing and Test Readiness Reviews
• Perform hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of components, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and industry standards
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering and manufacturing, to ensure seamless integration of manufacturing processes
• Specify and procure dedicated manufacturing and tools and equipment
• Provide mentoring to junior engineers
• Implement continuous improvements on shop floor to increase productivity

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• 5 + years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in aerospace

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in CAD software (such as Siemens NX) for reviewing designs and creating manufacturing documentation
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work
• Strong GD&T skills, and experience creating and reviewing drawings
• Strong understanding of fluid systems, tube manufacturing processes, welding and assembly techniques
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to perform root cause analysis
• Hands-on experience with testing and troubleshooting fluid components is desirable

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
• Specific certifications, as appropriate

Pay Range: California

$135,000-$195,000 USD

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.