Senior Mechanical Engineer, Structures & Mechanisms

Vast is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer reporting to the Structures and Mechanisms Department to help us with the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach, CA location. 

The Structures and Mechanisms team covers a wide range of components and responsibilities: from the primary pressure hull, to MMOD shielding and docking mechanism, establishing loads and Factors of Safety, as well as supporting other teams mechanical design needs across the company. 

Responsibilities: 

• Own the design of primary and secondary structures on a large scale space station.
• Develop an understanding of static and dynamic loads, vibrations, thermal and other environmental considerations to drive design decisions. 
• Perform mechanical design and analysis, develop manufacturing drawings, test plans, and concept of operations and follow hardware through the entire process. 
• Lead trades and own interfaces with all sub systems. 
• Work with fabricators and technicians to improve designs, develop processes and resolve issues. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or physics.
• 5+ years experience with CAD and FEA software packages.
• 5+ years of experience designing and developing mechanical components or systems.

Preferred Skills & Experience: 

• Design of structures and components for a high-performance vehicle or spacecraft.
• Proactive problem-solving skills such as failure analysis and root cause investigation.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Design work in recent versions of NX, Teamcenter.
• Analysis work in  recent versions of Ansys, FeMap/Nastran, Abaqus.
• Experience with GD&T implementation and analysis (ASME Y14.5).
• Familiarity with spacecraft specifications such as SMC-S-016, NASA-STD-5001.

Pay Range:

• Senior Mechanical Engineer Level III: $150,000-$180,000