Mechanical Engineer, Space Station Structures

Vast Space LLC; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 86,100 - 159,468; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% medical, dental, and vision coverage

20+ days paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Short and long-term disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

ClassPass credits

Personalized mental healthcare

Onsite snacks and meals

Job summary

Vast Space LLC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Long Beach, CA to support the development of artificial-gravity space stations. This full-time position entails designing primary structures, conducting mechanical analyses, and collaborating with teams for component development. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field and 2+ years of experience with CAD and FEA software. Strong problem-solving skills and design experience for high-performance vehicles are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field.
• 2+ years of experience with CAD and FEA.
• 2+ years experience in mechanical design.

Responsibilities

• Own the design of primary and secondary structures on a space station.
• Understand loads and thermal considerations to guide design.
• Perform mechanical design and analysis; develop manufacturing drawings.

Skills

CAD software

FEA software

Proactive problem-solving

Design of components for high-performance vehicles

GD&T implementation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, civil engineering, physics, or math

Tools

NX

Teamcenter

Ansys

Femap/Nastran

Abaqus

Job description

Vast Space LLC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Long Beach, CA to support the development of artificial-gravity space stations. This full-time position entails designing primary structures, conducting mechanical analyses, and collaborating with teams for component development. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field and 2+ years of experience with CAD and FEA software. Strong problem-solving skills and design experience for high-performance vehicles are preferred.