Spacecraft User Experience Innovator

3 weeks ago


Long Beach, California, United States Vast Full time
Company Overview
Vast is a pioneering space technology company dedicated to advancing the human presence in space. Our mission is to create a sustainable future for humanity in space, and we're seeking a talented Staff UX Engineer to join our team.

Salary
The salary range for this position is $185,000-$225,000 USD per year, competitive with industry standards and commensurate with experience. As a full-time exempt employee, you'll also enjoy a comprehensive compensation package, including company equity, 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid parental leave, and a range of other benefits.

Job Description
We're looking for a skilled Staff UX Engineer to design and develop intuitive software user experiences for our astronauts, mission operators, and engineers. As a key member of our team, you'll be responsible for creating cohesive front-end software solutions that meet the needs of our users. Your expertise in user interface hierarchy, user experience design, and front-end development will be essential in bringing our mission to life.

Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you'll need a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, human-centered design, or a related field, or 7+ years of professional experience as an engineer. You should also have 5+ years of experience in UX/UI development, 3+ years of experience with a modern frontend framework (such as React), and 1+ year of experience with UI/UX design software (such as Figma). Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, as well as the ability to work effectively in a team environment and make independent judgments with limited information.

Benefits
As a member of our team, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including company equity, 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks. We're committed to supporting your professional growth and development, and we offer opportunities for training and professional development.

Additional Requirements
We're looking for a team player who is comfortable working in a high-stress environment and can adapt to changing priorities. You should be willing to work overtime or weekends to support critical mission milestones and be able to travel less than 10% of the time. If you're passionate about space exploration and user experience design, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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