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Propulsion Engineer - Mechanical Design

Vast
Location
Long Beach, California, United States
Posted
18 days ago
Department
Haven-1 Propulsion Hardware
Salary
$137,760.00 - $195,552.00
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, civil engineering, physics, or math or equivalent experience
  • 4+ years of experience with CAD and FEA software packages
  • 4+ years of experience designing and developing mechanical components or systems
Nice to have
  • Working knowledge of propulsion systems
  • Structural design and analysis of components for a high-performance vehicle or spacecraft
  • Demonstrated failure analysis and root cause investigation skills
  • Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Design work in recent versions of NX/Teamcenter
What the job really is

As a Propulsion Engineer - Mechanical Design at Vast, you will be responsible for the mechanical hardware related to propulsion systems, including tubing assemblies and mounts. Your role involves coordinating between the Propulsion and Structures teams, performing structural analysis, and leading design efforts from conception through to build and acceptance. You will also work closely with fabricators to enhance designs and resolve manufacturing issues.

Benefits
  • Company equity
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
  • Generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
Things to weigh
  • Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends to support critical mission milestones
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • Salary range provided is for multiple levels, which may lead to variability in compensation based on experience
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