Senior Mechanical Engineer, Structures - Space Station

Vast

City of Long Beach (NY)

On-site

USD 137,760 - 195,552

Full time

14 days+
Application generator

Don’t send a generic resume — generate a resume and cover letter tailored to this exact role.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous paid time off
Company equity
Free food and drinks
401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Vast is actively seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the development of systems for artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. Located in Long Beach, this full-time position requires expertise in mechanical design and CAD software. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and relevant experience in structures for spacecraft.

The role involves leading design projects, understanding load conditions, and collaborating with teams. Vast offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including full medical coverage, vacation days, and more.

Qualifications

  • 4+ years experience with CAD and FEA software packages.
  • 4+ years of experience designing and developing mechanical components or systems.
  • Proactive problem-solving skills such as failure analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Own design of primary and secondary structures on a large scale space station.
  • Develop understanding of static and dynamic loads to inform design decisions.
  • Lead trades and own interfaces with subsystems.

Skills

Mechanical design
CAD and FEA software packages
Problem-solving skills
Understanding of environmental considerations

Education

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

Tools

NX/Teamcenter
Ansys
Femap/Nastran
Abaqus

Job description

Vast is actively seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the development of systems for artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. Located in Long Beach, this full-time position requires expertise in mechanical design and CAD software. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and relevant experience in structures for spacecraft.

The role involves leading design projects, understanding load conditions, and collaborating with teams. Vast offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including full medical coverage, vacation days, and more.

Get your free, confidential resume review.

or drag and drop your file here.

Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Space Station Structures Manufacturing Engineer
Space Station Structures Manufacturing Engineer

Vast • Long Beach (CA)

On-site
USD 86,000 - 231,000
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous paid time off
Company equity
+2
Space Station Mechanical Design Engineer
Space Station Mechanical Design Engineer

Vast • City of Long Beach (NY)

On-site
USD 86,000 - 160,000
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
20+ days of vacation
Paid parental leave
+2
Space Station Mechanical Engineer — Structures & Dynamics
Space Station Mechanical Engineer — Structures & Dynamics

Vast • Long Beach (CA)

On-site
USD 86,000 - 159,000
Medical, dental, and vision
Paid time off
401(k) plan
+2
Senior Space Structures Engineer
Senior Space Structures Engineer

Vast • Long Beach (CA)

On-site
USD 135,800 - 230,472
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
20+ days of vacation
paid parental leave
+4
Mechanical Engineer, Structures
Mechanical Engineer, Structures

Vast • City of Long Beach (NY)

On-site
USD 86,100 - 159,468
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
generous paid time off
401(k) retirement plan
+2
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Structures
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Structures

Vast • Long Beach (CA)

On-site
USD 135,800 - 230,472
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
20+ days of vacation
paid parental leave
+4
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Structures Long Beach, California, United States
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Structures Long Beach, California, United States

Vast Space LLC • Long Beach (CA)

On-site
USD 137,760 - 195,552
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
Up to 20+ days of vacation
Paid parental leave
+4
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Structures
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Structures

Vast • City of Long Beach (NY)

On-site
USD 137,000 - 196,000
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous paid time off
Company equity
+2
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Space Structures — Shape the Future
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Space Structures — Shape the Future

Vast Space LLC • Long Beach (CA)

On-site
USD 137,760 - 195,552
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
Up to 20+ days of vacation
Paid parental leave
+4
Space Station Structural Engineer
Space Station Structural Engineer

Vast • City of Long Beach (NY)

On-site
Confidential