Spacecraft Systems Engineer: Digital Twin & Simulation

Vast Space LLC; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 112,340 - 159,468; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid time off

Onsite barista and meals

Job summary

Vast Space LLC in Long Beach, California is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their mission of advancing space exploration. Responsibilities include evolving the spacecraft design toolchain and conducting rigorous validation. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 4+ years of experience in spacecraft systems engineering.

The position offers a competitive salary range from $112,340 to $159,468 USD, along with comprehensive benefits such as 100% medical coverage and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in spacecraft systems engineering or mission analysis.
• Broad subsystem knowledge in power, thermal, ADCS, and orbital mechanics.
• Comfortable reading and reviewing code.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve the spacecraft design and simulation toolchain.
• Drive design trades and architecture decisions through analysis.
• Build and maintain a rigorous validation suite.

Skills

Analytical skills

Rigorous validation mindset

Cross-functional collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Physics

Tools

Spacecraft simulation tools

AI-assisted development tools

Job description

Vast Space LLC in Long Beach, California is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their mission of advancing space exploration. Responsibilities include evolving the spacecraft design toolchain and conducting rigorous validation. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 4+ years of experience in spacecraft systems engineering.

The position offers a competitive salary range from $112,340 to $159,468 USD, along with comprehensive benefits such as 100% medical coverage and generous paid time off.