Integration Engineer, Environmental Test

At 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 an Integration Test Engineer, reporting to the Senior Manager of Integration Test, to support the development of systems requisite for the fabrication and testing of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.This position is full-time,exempt positionand located in Long Beach.ResponsibilitiesPlan, schedule, prepare, coordinate, direct, and exercise functional authority for completion of testsEnable day-to-day execution of the vehicle integration and test flowCollaborate with the distributed engineering organizations to define and manage test plans, requirements, and schedulesEnsure integration procedures are continuously evolving to reflect the most efficient assembly practicesDevelop, qualify, and refine manufacturing processes to meet all requirements including safety, quality, efficiency, and deliveryCollaborate with other engineers, subject matter experts, and technicians to solve complex production issuesAct as test director and provide status updates and run handoff and other tagupsDocument and provide resolution to non-conformances and collaborate with the quality team to implement root cause corrective actionsMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, aerospace, electrical, or similar field4+ years of related engineering experienceHands on hardware integration and testing experienceExperience writing test plans, procedures, presentations, and providing go/no-go judgment and rationalePreferred Skills and Experience6+ years of related engineering experienceExperience with the build, assembly, integration, or test of complex assemblies and systemsFamiliarity with Linux and Python environmentsAbility to make independent judgments with limited informationExperience writing test plans, procedures, and providing go/no-go judgment and rationaleExperience planning and executing vehicle level system verifications, leak checks, or environmental testsComfortable working in a high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time, and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic directionAdditional Requirements:Ability to travel up to 20% of the timeWillingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestonesAbility to lift up to 25 lbs unassistedPay Range:Integration Engineer II: $112,300 - $159,460Senior Integration Engineer: $137,760 - $195,500Pay Range: California$112,300-$195,500 USDCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITSBase 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, generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast's ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.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 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 OPPORTUNITYVast 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.