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Vast · 2 weeks ago

Electrical Engineer, E-2 Development

Hawthorne, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$80K/yr - $145K/yr

2+ years exp

Vast is dedicated to advancing space exploration by developing artificial gravity space stations. The Electrical Engineer will support the design and build of systems required for these space stations, contributing to the flight engine design and transitioning from development to production.

Defense & Space

Culture & Values

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responsible Engineer for the flight engine controller and instrumentation

Work with test team to integrate engine controller with test stand

Design, build, and test circuit boards and write software for engine controller, throttles, and TVC

Procure, calibrate, install, and troubleshoot engine instrumentation

Responsible for wiring harnesses and mounting avionics on engine

Create electronics schematics and models/drawings of parts and assemblies. Perform calculations and analyses with team support

Create schematics and document processes

Participate in engine testing with our test team and support with troubleshooting as needed

Communicate effectively with entire team to regularly provide updates on progress and issues

Always follow proper safety procedures and wear personal protective equipment in the workplace

Qualification

Electronics designCircuit boardsCoding MATLABCoding C++Coding JavaScriptCoding CCoding ArduinoCAD (NX preferred)Geometric dimensioningTolerancing (GD&T)Hands-on engineeringProblem-solvingCommunicationTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline

2+ years of experience with electronics design, development, fabrication, assembly, or test (internships included)

Able to lift 25 lbs unassisted

Work in an outdoor environment exposed to extreme weather conditions

Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones

Preferred

Ability to work as a teammate and independently to achieve ambitious goals

Hands-on engineering (Full-stack: computer to wrench to broom)

Electronics and circuit boards

Communication (Written, visual, slides)

Coding (MATLAB, C++, javascript, C, Arduino)

CAD (NX preferred)

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

Problem-solving

Capable to grow positive, respectful, and professional relationships

Willing to make mistakes, take responsibilities, work independently and be transparent about your work

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

Other discounts and perks

Exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge

Lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees

Company

Vast

Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers.

Founded in 2021

Long Beach, California, US

501-1000 employees