Vast
Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Control Systems
$86K–$196K
Long Beach, California, United States · Full-time · Posted Oct 12, 2026
- Experience
- 2+ years; 2–4+ years for Mechanical Engineer II; 4–6+ years for Senior Mechanical Engineer. Applicants across experience levels are welcome.
- Education
- B.S. in mechanical, aerospace, or civil engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related technical field.
About the job
Design, analyze, test, and deliver thermal control systems and components for Vast’s human-rated space stations.
What you'll do
- Own thermal system and component development from design trades through validation and delivery to orbit.
- Lead thermal/fluid analyses, systems engineering, qualification testing, and design reviews.
- Coordinate system integration and manufacturability with internal teams, suppliers, fabricators, and customers.
What they ask for
- B.S. in mechanical, aerospace, or civil engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related technical field.
- 2+ years designing and developing mechanical components or systems; level-specific experience is also stated.
- Proficiency with 3D CAD and FEA software packages.
- Experience implementing and analyzing GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
Nice to have
- Design experience with high-performance vehicles or spacecraft; recent NX and Teamcenter experience.
- Thermal or structural analysis with Ansys, Femap/Nastran, Abaqus, or similar tools; familiarity with spacecraft specifications and environmental test standards.
Pay
$86,100.00 - $122,220.00 USD base salary; $112,340.00 - $159,468.00 USD base salary; $137,760.00 - $195,552.00 USD base salary
Tools
3D CAD, FEA, ASME Y14.5, NX, Teamcenter, Ansys, Femap/Nastran, Abaqus
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