Principal Propulsion Systems Engineer

24 hours ago


Long Beach, California, United States Vast Full time
Join Vast's Mission to Conquer Space

Vast is revolutionizing space exploration by building artificial gravity space stations. Our initial crewed space habitat, Haven-1, will be the world's first commercial space station when it launches in 2025. We're seeking a skilled Principal Propulsion Systems Engineer to join our team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, analyze, build, and test propulsion thrusters, fluid components, tanks, and fluid systems for spacecraft serving space stations.
  • Own critical spacecraft propulsion hardware and systems, assuming profound responsibility for their development.
  • Interface with our world-class production team to ensure successful translation of designs into spacecraft.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing, or materials engineering).
  • 10+ years of mechanical or fluids design, analysis, or build experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in the design, build, and/or test of rocket engines, combustion devices, turbopumps, and/or valves.
  • 5+ years of experience in the space industry.
Preferred Skills & Experience
  • Advanced degree in engineering.
  • Strong understanding of spacecraft and/or launch vehicle propulsion systems and fluid components.
  • Experience with CAD packages (NX 8.5, PTC Creo, CATIA) and finite element analysis (FEA) software tools.
  • Knowledge of metallic and fluid system manufacturing techniques, processes, equipment, and other processes.
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary range: $185,000-$245,000 USD.
  • Company equity.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible paid time off, paid parental leave, and more.

Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. If you're passionate about advancing the commercial space industry and human spaceflight, we encourage you to apply.



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