Electrical Engineer, E-2 Development
At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world’s first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in August 2025. 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 looking for an Electrical Engineer, reporting to the Director of E-2 Engineering, to create the world's highest performing engine for small launchers, while optimizing for production and low cost. In this role, you will join a team with exciting momentum that has produced and successfully tested a full turbo-pump assembly, thrust chamber assembly, and oxygen-rich pre-burner. You will be a key member who will help develop electronics for a fully integrated engine and test stand.
This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Hawthorne location.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible Engineer for E-2 test stand and development engine electronics
- Procure, calibrate, install, and troubleshoot instrumentation for E-2 test stand and engine
- Improve and troubleshoot test stand ECU and DAQ
- Integrate flight computer and integrated power bus into E-2 test stand then engine
- Design circuit boards and electronics for various test stand and engine needs
- Integrate throttle motors with circuit boards and control system on engine
- Responsible for wiring harness and mounting avionics on E-2 engine and test stand
- Create electronics schematics and models/drawings of parts and assemblies. Perform calculations and analyses with team support
- Work with our team to build propulsion component assemblies and the full engine to test at NASA Stennis Space Center
- Create schematics; write procedures, work instructions, and document processes
- Conduct tests of propulsion components and the full engine with our team at NASA Stennis Center
- 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
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
- 1+ years of experience with electronics design, development, fabrication, assembly, or test (internships included)
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- 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
Additional Requirements:
- Must be willing to travel (up to 50%) to NASA Stennis Space Center
- 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
Pay Ranges:
- L1: $80,000 - $110,000
- L2: $100,000 - $145,000
Salary Range: California
$80,000 - $145,000 USD
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.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
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