Senior Electrical Engineer - Motor Controls

Vast

Long Beach, United States
$147,600—$209,500 usd; not specified; 100% medical...
On-site
Design of motor control and power electronics
Spacecraft mission critical applications
End-to-end engineering ownership
Vast is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in Motor Controls, based in Long Beach, to support the development of systems for artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. The ideal candidate will have a background in electrical engineering with a focus on power electronics and motor control applications, and will thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment

Job Summary

  • Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space.
  • This role is an opportunity to work with an excellent team of engineers on one of the most challenging problems - human spaceflight.
  • Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.

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Vast is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer specializing in Motor Controls, based in Long Beach, to support the development of systems for artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. The ideal candidate will have a background in electrical engineering with a focus on power electronics and motor control applications, and will thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Salary

$147,600—$209,500 USD; Not specified; 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, ClassPass credits, mental healthcare, food perks

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Design of motor control and power electronics
  • Spacecraft mission critical applications
  • End-to-end engineering ownership
  • Requirements capture to on-orbit operation
  • Professional written and verbal communication

Nice-to-have

  • Thrive in a startup environment
  • Define engineering practices
  • Experience with FOC, SVM signal processing
  • Understanding of ionizing radiation effects
  • Experience with Ethernet and IP networking

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in ECE, EE, Physics, or related STEM discipline
  • 3+ years of experience in an electrical engineering role
  • Experience with power electronics and/or motor control applications
  • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
  • Willingness to work overtime, or weekends

Work Rights

Must be a 'U.S. person' as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62

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