Demand Planner

Long Beach, California, United States

Vast is developing next-generation space stations and space infrastructure using an incremental, hardware-rich, and low-cost approach. Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station 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. Haven Demo’s 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 world’s first commercial space station when it launches in 2027, followed by additional Haven modules. Additionally, the company recently announced Vast Satellite, a high-power satellite product line leveraging its space station components and the heritage of Haven Demo.

Headquartered in Long Beach, California, and with more than 1,000 employees and over a billion dollars in private capital, Vast has built the facilities required to manufacture and operate America’s next space station. The company plans to develop future habitats and systems for the Moon and Mars, dedicated space stations for government partners, and other crewed systems that will unlock the expanding long-term space economy.

Vast is looking for a Demand Planner, reporting to the Manager of Demand Planning, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. 

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

Responsibilities: 

  • Oversee demand, supply, and fulfillment planning for various functions of the business that could include but are not limited to: avionics and electronic hardware, including EEE components, PCBs, PCBAs, and related commodities.
  • Foster strong collaboration with internal stakeholders—Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Finance, Manufacturing, and Mission Management—to align planning processes with business objectives and technical requirements.
  • Develop and implement key performance metrics (KPIs) to effectively track material actions, identify risks, and highlight opportunities for improvement across electronic component lifecycles.
  • Ensure accuracy and maintenance of Bills of Materials (BOMs), part records, and master data, particularly for EEE components, circuit boards, assemblies, and other Avionics products to support streamlined procurement and production.
  • Establish and leverage commodity lead times and part availability data to enhance design release processes and minimize supply chain disruptions across critical avionics hardware.
  • Drive timely release of procurement planning messages and ensure efficient coordination with suppliers for long-lead components.
  • Ensure on-time issuance of work orders to production and purchase orders to procurement, supporting seamless manufacturing and supply chain operations.
  • Serve as a key resource in Clear-to-Build and Material Readiness meetings, providing accurate material availability insights and resolving electronic component constraints.
  • Update demand forecasts and supply plans in response to engineering change orders (ECOs), ensuring clear communication of revisions to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Enhance visibility of material readiness and component obsolescence risks through comprehensive reporting, including Line of Balance (LOB), shortage reports, and Clear-to-Build dashboards.
  • Collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team environment, demonstrating technical acumen in electronic hardware planning and strong alignment with company-wide goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations management, or another relevant field (or 4 years of relevant experience)
  • 2+ years experience with Demand Planning in a Manufacturing environment. 
  • Proficiency in Excel and other data visualization tools.
  • Experience leading scheduling discussions with multiple stakeholders and customers.
  • Ability to make independent judgments with limited information.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

  • Significant experience working with BOMs and understanding their integration across ERP/MRP/PLM/MES systems.
  • Prior experience in aerospace, avionics, high-reliability electronics, or EV manufacturing industries.
  • Familiarity with EEE (Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical) component lifecycle management, including obsolescence tracking, part alternates, and qualification requirements.
  • Knowledge of PCB and PCBA manufacturing processes and traceability standards.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics related to electronic assemblies.
  • Experience with AS9100 quality management systems and U.S. export control (ITAR/EAR) compliance.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and balance multiple complex projects.
  • Comfortable working in a high-stress environment and adjusting quickly to evolving strategic priorities.

Additional Requirements:

  • Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
  • Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.

Pay Range: 

  • Demand Planner II: $85,000-$120,000
  • Senior Demand Planner: $98,000 - $140,000
  • Staff Demand Planner: $123,000 - $175,000

Pay Range: California

$85,000 - $175,000 USD

We calibrate level and compensation to the selected candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. We welcome applicants across a range of experience levels to apply.

 

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.


U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

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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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