Systems Engineer, Spacecraft Design & Simulation

Vast

Long Beach, California, United States
Base: $112,340 - $159,468 usd; bonus/equity: compy...
On-site
Spacecraft systems engineering experience
Power, thermal, and adcs subsystem knowledge
Orbital mechanics and constellation analysis
Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies

Job Summary

  • Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies.
  • The role involves owning the spacecraft simulation toolchain that serves as the primary engineering record for requirements, budgets, and design parameters.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage, company equity, and up to 20+ days of vacation.

Matching Summary

Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies.

Salary

Base: $112,340 - $159,468 USD; Bonus/Equity: Company equity included; Benefits: Full suite including medical/dental/vision, PTO, and food perks

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Spacecraft systems engineering experience
  • Power, thermal, and ADCS subsystem knowledge
  • Orbital mechanics and constellation analysis
  • Rigorous validation and verification mindset
  • Model-based systems engineering (MBSE)
  • Ability to read and review code

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with AI-assisted code generation
  • Familiarity with CMG dynamics and quaternions
  • Data visualization tools proficiency
  • Scaling engineering tools across teams
  • Security clearance eligibility
  • Requirements management experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or related technical discipline
  • 4+ years of spacecraft systems engineering experience
  • Generalist background touching multiple subsystems
  • Comfortable with AI-assisted development workflows

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