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Vast · 1 day ago

Senior Automation & Controls Engineer

Long Beach, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$141K/yr - $183K/yr

4+ years exp

Vast is dedicated to advancing human presence in space by building artificial gravity space stations. They are seeking a Senior Automation & Controls Engineer to develop systems for the design and construction of these space stations, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations.

Defense & Space

Culture & Values

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop flexible end-to-end data acquisition and controls stack (hardware and software) supporting testing across Vast’s engineering teams

Develop robust DAQ system supporting on-vehicle checkouts, controls software, fluids, instrumentation, and high-pressure testing

Adhere to, enforce, and improve the test processes and good practices of Vast and the test organization

Own design, build, and commission facilities, and vehicle level DAQ systems. This includes the manufacture of new test stands and/or operation of existing resources

Produce professional and traceable documentation, electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation schematics of the test systems

Work with responsible engineers to design, prepare, and execute test campaigns. This includes the manufacture of new test stands and/or operation of existing resources

Collaborate with the distributed engineering organizations to define and manage test plans, requirements, and schedules

Perform all necessary design, analysis, and project management

Conduct PDR (Preliminary Design Review) and/or CDR (Critical Design Review) and TRR (Test Readiness Review) before all design/tests are started

Collaborate with other engineers, subject matter experts, and technicians to creatively solve complex fluid system problems to save cost and schedule while improving overall quality and safety

Document and provide resolution to non-conformances and collaborate with the quality team to implement root cause corrective actions

Mentor other engineers and technicians on the team

Qualification

DAQ hardwareSoftwareCoding proficiencyInstrumentation systemsHigh-pressure gas systemsFront end developmentTest plans/proceduresElectrical diagramsSignal processingRoot cause analysisMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer, mechanical, manufacturing, aerospace, similar field

4+ years of related engineering experience

Coding proficiency in one or more languages (Python, C#, C++, ST, etc.)

Experience working with DAQ hardware and Software i.e. NI PXI, cRIO, cDAQ, Dewesoft, or Beckhoff; Beckhoff preferred

Hands on hardware integration and testing experience

Working knowledge of supporting engineering skills (wire harnessing, electrical diagrams, signal processing)

Experience working with technicians and running multi person operations

Must be able to travel with vehicle for test support (10%- travel)

Must be able to work varying hours/shifts and available for extended hours as well as weekends when needed

Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and be able to maneuver in tight spaces; physically able to handle items weighing up to 25lbs (unassisted)

Ability and desire to perform in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment

Preferred

Experience planning and executing engineering operations in a time-sensitive and high-risk environment

Front end development experience (Node.js, React, etc)

Experience writing and executing test plans/procedures in collaboration with design engineers and providing go/no-go judgment and rationale

Experience with designing and implementing instrumentation systems

Experience operating / working with high-pressure gas systems

Experience in structural design and analysis of test fixtures

Experience working across engineering groups to define requirements and implement solutions

Perform structured root cause analysis of test failures

Experience designing and/or working with closed-loop control systems such as high pressure fluid systems

Experience generating test system P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram) using Visio / Lucidchart or equivalent

Experience with SVN, GIT, or other version management systems

Experience with JIRA and/or Confluence

Experience with selection of precision sensor and measurement devices

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