Avionics Mechanical Engineer I — Space Stations

Vast; City of Long Beach (NY); On-site; USD 86,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid vacation

401(k) retirement plan

Company equity

Meal perks including free dinner and subsidized lunch

Job summary

Vast is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I, Avionics to support the development of systems for artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. The position requires a Bachelor's in mechanical or aerospace engineering and involves designing avionics and conducting thermal analyses.

Full-time role requires a commitment to critical mission deadlines and offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, paid time off, and equity opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering completed or expected by June 2026.
• 1+ years of project or internship experience with electronics packaging.
• 1+ years of project or internship experience with 3D CAD programs.

Responsibilities

• Design avionics enclosure and mounting solutions.
• Complete thermal and structural analyses of designs.
• Validate requirements through design, test, analysis, or inspection.
• Create assembly and/or installation drawings.

Skills

Electronics packaging

3D CAD programs

Thermal analysis

Structural analysis

Education

Bachelors of Science in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

ANSYS

NX

Job description

Vast is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I, Avionics to support the development of systems for artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. The position requires a Bachelor's in mechanical or aerospace engineering and involves designing avionics and conducting thermal analyses.

Full-time role requires a commitment to critical mission deadlines and offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, paid time off, and equity opportunities.