Thermal Control Systems Manufacturing Engineer

Vast; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering firm dedicated to expanding humanity's reach into space! As a Manufacturing Engineer for Thermal Control Systems, you'll play a crucial role in designing and building artificial gravity space stations. This full-time position in Long Beach offers the chance to collaborate with top professionals, tackle manufacturing challenges, and innovate in the aerospace industry. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage, flexible time off, and more. If you're ready to contribute to groundbreaking projects and push the boundaries of what's possible, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

100% Medical Coverage

Dental and Vision Coverage

Flexible Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Free Catered Meals

401(k) Retirement Plan

ClassPass Credits

Personalized Mental Healthcare

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in aerospace.
• Proficiency in CAD software for design and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design teams on manufacturability of thermal hardware.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for thermal control systems.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

CAD Software (Siemens NX)

GD&T

Problem-Solving

Fluid Systems Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

Vast was founded to expand humanity's frontier into the solar system and beyond. We believe that the next step on that journey is enabling manufacturing and habitation in LEO. We are building artificial gravity space stations to make this a reality. If you want to join a team that builds amazing things with the most talented people on Earth, please reach out.

Manufacturing Engineer, Thermal Control Systems (TCS), Haven

Vast is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer, TCS reporting to the Senior Manager, Thermal Engineering to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach, CA location.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with design teams to provide input on the manufacturability and assembly processes of thermal hardware components such as tubing, heat exchangers, cold plates, pumps, valves, heaters, and MLI.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes and onboard equipment for thermal control systems, considering factors such as efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Create and maintain detailed manufacturing plans, assembly procedures, and work instructions to ensure consistent and accurate production of thermal control systems.
• Identify and resolve manufacturing challenges by conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality components, reviewing and approving supplier manufacturing processes.
• Perform hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of components, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and industry standards.
• Participate in design reviews, providing valuable insights to improve the manufacturability and reliability of thermal control system components.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to establish and maintain rigorous quality control processes for manufacturing.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall product quality.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in applicable manufacturing to drive innovation within the company.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 3 + years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in the aerospace or thermal control industry.
• Proficiency in CAD software (such as Siemens NX) for reviewing designs and creating manufacturing documentation.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Strong GD&T skills, and experience creating and reviewing drawings.
• Strong understanding of fluid systems, tube manufacturing processes, and assembly techniques.
• Strong understanding of MLI manufacturing processes and assembly techniques.
• Experience working with paints, coatings, and adhesives in an aerospace context.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to perform root cause analysis.
• Hands-on experience with testing and troubleshooting fluids components is desirable.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones

Pay Range:

• Manufacturing Engineer, TCS Level I: $85,000-$109,700
• Manufacturing Engineer, TCS Level II: $100,000-$132,000
• Manufacturing Engineer, TCS Level III: $120,000-$164,600

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 15 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, free catered meals and snacks and beverages, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.