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Vast · 2 weeks ago

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Fluid Systems

Long Beach, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$120K/yr - $196K/yr

2+ years exp

Vast is committed to contributing to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. They are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to develop systems for the world’s first artificial-gravity space stations, focusing on manufacturing processes and collaboration with design and production teams.

Defense & Space

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Conceptualize, develop, and manufacture innovative tube-bending and welding cells to meet the demanding requirements of the Haven-1 program. Lead first-build and test efforts, including design integration, assembly sequencing, mBOM development, work order creation, and specification authoring

Create and maintain detailed manufacturing plans, assembly procedures, and work instructions to ensure consistent, accurate production of all tubing systems

Identify and resolve manufacturing challenges through root-cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions

Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to challenge assumptions, push boundaries, and drive efficient human-spaceflight production within aggressive timelines

Collaborate closely with design engineers, integration engineers, production teams, and external vendors to execute builds expediently and efficiently

Develop efficient, capability-driven tooling solutions that streamline production, increase system output, and reduce operational burden

Partner with quality assurance teams to establish and maintain rigorous quality control processes

Establish and maintain standard practices, troubleshooting guides, and standardized repair procedures; review and approve all related planning documents

Support day-to-day production of bent tubes, orbital tube welding (OTW), and manually welded tubing, ensuring optimal efficiency and adherence to quality standards

Evaluate and challenge existing production and design requirements for tubing assemblies, using data-driven insights to eliminate waste and optimize the manufacturing process

Continuously streamline and improve production systems by proactively identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall product quality

Qualification

Fluid systems designTube bendingOrbital tube welding (OTW)TIG weldingManufacturing engineeringProblem-solvingCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field

Hands-on experience in one or more of the following: tube bending, orbital tube welding (OTW), TIG welding, precision cleaning, tooling design, fluid systems design, or pressure testing

2+ years of manufacturing engineering experience (internships and extracurricular engineering experience acceptable), preferably within aerospace, oil & gas, or pharmaceutical industries

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

Preferred

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work

Comfortable working in a rapidly changing, high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time

Strong understanding of fluid systems

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to perform root cause analysis

Hands-on experience with testing and troubleshooting fluids components and systems is desirable

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, and lunch subsidized

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