Spacecraft Dynamics Lead: Loads & Vibration

Vast; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 232,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

ClassPass credits

On-site food perks

Job summary

Vast in Long Beach is seeking a Senior Manager, Dynamics to oversee the development and verification of dynamic systems for human-rated space stations. The role involves leading a multi-disciplinary team while ensuring the performance and safety of spacecraft.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of aerospace engineering experience and proven leadership skills. Responsibilities include directing dynamic analyses, fostering collaboration across engineering disciplines, and mentoring engineers while developing innovative processes. Competitive compensation and extensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of engineering experience in aerospace or safety-critical industries.
• 2+ years of technical leadership or engineering management experience.
• Strong understanding of structural dynamics fundamentals and finite element methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary Dynamics engineering team.
• Drive execution across the full product lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain system-level dynamic models and load cases.

Skills

Leadership

Systems Integration

Dynamic Analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

FEMAP/NASTRAN

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

Vast in Long Beach is seeking a Senior Manager, Dynamics to oversee the development and verification of dynamic systems for human-rated space stations. The role involves leading a multi-disciplinary team while ensuring the performance and safety of spacecraft.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of aerospace engineering experience and proven leadership skills. Responsibilities include directing dynamic analyses, fostering collaboration across engineering disciplines, and mentoring engineers while developing innovative processes. Competitive compensation and extensive benefits are offered.