Director, Fluid Systems & Propulsion Analysis

Vast; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 203,360 - 232,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

ClassPass credits

Mental healthcare access

Free onsite meals and drinks

Job summary

Vast is seeking a Director of Fluid System Analysis in Long Beach, CA to develop systems for artificial-gravity space stations. You will lead a team of analysts, manage structural and fluid dynamics analyses, and guide the integration of test data with simulations.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of aerospace experience, strong expertise in structural analysis, and a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. Attractive compensation includes a competitive salary, company equity, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant aerospace design and analysis experience.
• 2+ years of experience managing a technical engineering team.
• Strong expertise in structural analysis and load case development.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a team of Propulsion and Thermal analysts.
• Set standards for analysis methods and documentation.
• Define and review critical loads in collaboration with design teams.

Skills

Structural analysis

FEA modeling

Thermo fluid analysis

Team management

Aerospace engineering

Education

B.S. degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field

Tools

CFD tools

Transient fluid dynamics

Job description

Vast is seeking a Director of Fluid System Analysis in Long Beach, CA to develop systems for artificial-gravity space stations. You will lead a team of analysts, manage structural and fluid dynamics analyses, and guide the integration of test data with simulations.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of aerospace experience, strong expertise in structural analysis, and a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering. Attractive compensation includes a competitive salary, company equity, and comprehensive benefits.