Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Soft GoodsLong Beach, California, United StatesAt Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next‑generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Using an incremental, hardware‑rich and low‑cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi‑module Haven Station. Haven Demo's 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven‑1 is expected to become the world's first commercial space station when it launches, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. Our team is all‑in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.Vast is looking for a Staff Manufacturing Engineer , reporting to the Manager Manufacturing Engineer, Soft Goods 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 location.ResponsibilitiesOwn the development and implementation of new product manufacturing processes for various soft‑goods (Cargo bags, closeouts, protective blankets, etc.)Work closely with our Product Design and Supply Chain teams to ensure the highest level of quality of Vast's Soft‑Goods productsResponsible for meeting production targets (rate, delivery date, etc.)Work with interdisciplinary stakeholders such as human systems, industrial design, internal medicine to ensure all materials and processes can support a safe crewed missionLead manufacturing reviews internally and externally with suppliers and customersMake sure that all designs and systems are manufacturable and reliableCoordinate with QA to lead root cause analysis (RCA) and issue resolution on soft‑good manufacturing quality issuesCreate and manage all operating procedures and control plans for the soft‑goods manufacturing teamProvide process design improvement ideas and collaborate with engineering resources to implement while ensuring solutions achieve required quality levels, reliability, and consistencyCreate/modify layouts, drawings, and designs supporting manufacturing operationsIncorporate engineering specifications into process and manufacturing techniquesPreferred Skills & ExperienceAble to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment, including frequent interactions with technicians, other engineers, and managersHighly self‑motivated with strong organizational and written/oral communication skills – able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high‑pressure environment with the ongoing drive for continuous improvement in all aspects of workStrong organizational skills, as well as verbal and written communicationStrong project management, organizational, and communication skillsAbility to plan and execute R&D projectsApply subject matter expertise to cutting edge technical needs, iterate efficiently, and clearly articulate issuesExperience with interpreting engineering drawings and models; GD&T, etc.Knowledge of lean and/or Six Sigma conceptsExperience with best‑in‑class soft goods manufacturing techniquesProficiency and experience in using NX, TeamCenterPrior experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing settingWillingness and desire to exemplify extreme ownership of flight critical spacecraft systemsProactive problem‑solving skills such as failure analysis, root cause investigation, and DOE creationExperience working with design, analysis and build of soft‑good componentsStrong ability to use data and analysis to make fast data‑driven decisionsAdditional RequirementsWillingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestonesAbility to lift up to 25 lbs unassistedPay Range: California$162,360 - $230,472 USDCompensation and BenefitsBase salary will vary based on job‑related factors. Full‑time employees also receive company equity, and access to medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, 401(k) plan, ClassPass credits, mental health care, and other perks. Food and travel within the company are provided.U.S. Export Control Compliance StatusThe 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 be eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.Equal OpportunityVast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or other legally protected status.#J-18808-Ljbffr