Mechanical Engineer, Interiors
VASTLong Beach, California, United States
Posted October 14, 2025
110000 - 176400 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
VAST, founded in 2021 by Jed McCaleb, is developing advanced space stations aimed at enabling long-term human habitation in orbit. The company's key projects include Haven-1, set to be the world's first commercial space station launching in 2026, and Haven-2, designed for NASA's Commercial LEO Destinations program as a micro-gravity laboratory. VAST's vision extends to creating artificial gravity habitats, positioning it at the forefront of making space travel accessible and sustainable for all.
Job Description
Vast is building artificial gravity space stations, aiming to provide long-term space habitation. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their Structures team, focusing on designing, engineering, and manufacturing interior components for human-occupied modules. This full-time, exempt position is located in Long Beach, California.
Requirements
- Bachelorâs degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
- Relevant mechanical design engineering project experience on a university or professional level.
- 2+ years experience with CAD and FEA software packages.
- Engineering fundamentals in problem solving & strong hands-on skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Comfort working in ambiguity
- Willingness to travel (< 10-15%)
Benefits
- 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- One Medical membership
- ClassPass credits
- Personalized mental healthcare
- Discounts and perks