At Vast our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a 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. Using an incremental hardware-rich and low-cost approach Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demos 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next Haven-1 is expected to become the worlds first commercial space station when it launches followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. Our team is all-in committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity come join us.
Vast is seeking aManager Fluid Systems Engineeringto lead the development of critical spacecraft systems that enable human life and operations in space.
This leader will be responsible for building and leading a multidisciplinary engineering team focused on fluid-based systems across the spacecraft including thermal control environmental control and life support systems (ECLSS) propulsion pressurization and other mission-critical fluid infrastructure.
You will partner closely with systems engineering manufacturing integration test mission operations and program leadership to deliver reliable flight-ready hardware on aggressive development timelines. This role requires a strong technical foundation hands-on engineering leadership and a relentless focus on execution.
This will be a full-timeexemptposition located in ourLong Beach or Mojavelocation.
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a high-performing team of fluid systems engineers responsible for spacecraft hardware and systems.
Provide technical direction for the design development integration and qualification of fluid systems supporting human spaceflight.
Own execution of hardware programs from concept development through production launch and on-orbit operations.
Drive architecture decisions trade studies and system-level engineering decisions using first principles and sound engineering judgment.
Partner closely with systems engineering manufacturing integration test quality supply chain and program teams to deliver flight-ready hardware.
Lead design reviews and ensure designs meet performance reliability manufacturability and safety requirements.
Identify assess and mitigate technical risks throughout the product development lifecycle.
Support hardware testing troubleshooting root cause investigations and corrective actions.
Establish team priorities staffing plans and development roadmaps aligned with program objectives.
Recruit mentor and develop engineers while fostering a culture of technical excellence ownership and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with suppliers and external partners to support hardware development and qualification efforts.
Drive execution against aggressive schedules while maintaining a strong commitment to quality and mission success.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
8 years of experience developing complex mechanical fluid thermal propulsion environmental control or spacecraft systems.
2 years of technical leadership team leadership or engineering management experience.
Demonstrated experience leading hardware development from concept through test qualification and production.
Strong understanding of fluid systems and mechanical system design.
Experience working in highly collaborative fast-paced development environments.
Preferred Skills & Experience
Experience leading teams responsible for propulsion thermal control environmental control and life support systems (ECLSS) fluid controls cryogenic systems or other high-reliability fluid systems.
Spacecraft launch vehicle aerospace defense aviation or other mission-critical hardware development experience.
Strong background in fluid mechanics thermodynamics heat transfer and systems engineering.
Experience with failure investigations root cause analysis and risk management.
Hands-on experience with fabrication assembly integration testing and troubleshooting of hardware systems.
Experience with Siemens NX or similar CAD tools.
Knowledge of GD&T tolerance analysis and manufacturing processes including machining welding brazing and tube fabrication.
Experience working with suppliers and managing hardware development across internal and external teams.
Demonstrated ability to balance technical rigor with rapid execution in a development-focused environment.
Pay Range:
Manager Fluid Systems Engineering $143500 - $203700
Senior Manager Fluid Systems Engineer $164000 - $232800
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 Vasts ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.
Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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At Vast our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing and unlock...
At Vast our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a 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. Using an incremental hardware-rich and low-cost approach Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demos 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next Haven-1 is expected to become the worlds first commercial space station when it launches followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. Our team is all-in committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity come join us.
Vast is seeking aManager Fluid Systems Engineeringto lead the development of critical spacecraft systems that enable human life and operations in space.
This leader will be responsible for building and leading a multidisciplinary engineering team focused on fluid-based systems across the spacecraft including thermal control environmental control and life support systems (ECLSS) propulsion pressurization and other mission-critical fluid infrastructure.
You will partner closely with systems engineering manufacturing integration test mission operations and program leadership to deliver reliable flight-ready hardware on aggressive development timelines. This role requires a strong technical foundation hands-on engineering leadership and a relentless focus on execution.
This will be a full-timeexemptposition located in ourLong Beach or Mojavelocation.
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a high-performing team of fluid systems engineers responsible for spacecraft hardware and systems.
Provide technical direction for the design development integration and qualification of fluid systems supporting human spaceflight.
Own execution of hardware programs from concept development through production launch and on-orbit operations.
Drive architecture decisions trade studies and system-level engineering decisions using first principles and sound engineering judgment.
Partner closely with systems engineering manufacturing integration test quality supply chain and program teams to deliver flight-ready hardware.
Lead design reviews and ensure designs meet performance reliability manufacturability and safety requirements.
Identify assess and mitigate technical risks throughout the product development lifecycle.
Support hardware testing troubleshooting root cause investigations and corrective actions.
Establish team priorities staffing plans and development roadmaps aligned with program objectives.
Recruit mentor and develop engineers while fostering a culture of technical excellence ownership and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with suppliers and external partners to support hardware development and qualification efforts.
Drive execution against aggressive schedules while maintaining a strong commitment to quality and mission success.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
8 years of experience developing complex mechanical fluid thermal propulsion environmental control or spacecraft systems.
2 years of technical leadership team leadership or engineering management experience.
Demonstrated experience leading hardware development from concept through test qualification and production.
Strong understanding of fluid systems and mechanical system design.
Experience working in highly collaborative fast-paced development environments.
Preferred Skills & Experience
Experience leading teams responsible for propulsion thermal control environmental control and life support systems (ECLSS) fluid controls cryogenic systems or other high-reliability fluid systems.
Spacecraft launch vehicle aerospace defense aviation or other mission-critical hardware development experience.
Strong background in fluid mechanics thermodynamics heat transfer and systems engineering.
Experience with failure investigations root cause analysis and risk management.
Hands-on experience with fabrication assembly integration testing and troubleshooting of hardware systems.
Experience with Siemens NX or similar CAD tools.
Knowledge of GD&T tolerance analysis and manufacturing processes including machining welding brazing and tube fabrication.
Experience working with suppliers and managing hardware development across internal and external teams.
Demonstrated ability to balance technical rigor with rapid execution in a development-focused environment.
Pay Range:
Manager Fluid Systems Engineering $143500 - $203700
Senior Manager Fluid Systems Engineer $164000 - $232800
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 Vasts ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.
Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race color religion gender national origin/ethnicity veteran status disability status age sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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