Vast is looking for a Senior Software Engineer, Backend reporting to the Senior Manager, Software 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 location. 

Responsibilities: 

• Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services, tools, and pipelines supporting mission-critical security systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to design and implement secure, high-performance services and APIs.
• Develop and maintain backend infrastructure for authentication, authorization, and secure data handling.
• Establish and promote best practices for backend architecture, security, and code quality at scale.
• Build systems that are reliable, observable, and capable of supporting a rapidly growing codebase and engineering team.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of backend software engineering experience, with exposure to security-focused systems (e.g., IAM, API security, certificate management).
• Strong experience building and operating backend services in cloud environments.
• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (Python, Go, Rust, C++, etc.).
• Solid understanding of distributed systems, API design, and backend architecture.
• Experience working in Linux environments, including command line and scripting.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience solving ambiguous, complex backend problems in fast-paced environments.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience designing and scaling APIs and microservices.
• Background in one or more security domains (e.g., cryptography, network security, infrastructure security).
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.
• Ownership mindset with a bias toward action and continuous improvement.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted.
• Specific certifications, as appropriate.

Pay Range: 

• Senior Software Engineer, Enterprise Applications: $159,000 - $226,000
• Staff Software Engineer, Enterprise Applications: $188,600 - $267,000

Vast is looking for a Teamcenter Application Engineer, reporting to the Director of Information Systems, 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. 

You will support the development, deployment, and support of enterprise PLM and CAD systems that are critical to the engineering lifecycle of our human-rated space stations. This individual will lead feature development and implementation of Teamcenter PLM with associated business applications, working closely with the Engineering Applications team and cross-functional stakeholders including Design, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and R&D.

Responsibilities: 

• Implement and maintain a reliable, performant PLM platform (Teamcenter) to support mechanical design and engineering workflows.
• Develop, configure, and support integrations between Teamcenter, NX, and related business systems (ERP, ECAD, MCAD, AWS).
• Anticipate tool and infrastructure needs, work with multiple organizations, and develop and implement processes, workflows and customizations to enable successful and rapid development.
• Capture user requirements and translate them into technical solutions, including workflows, business rules, and data models.
• Manage PLM tool customization, BMIDE configuration, and server-side development using ITK and Teamcenter APIs.
• Support and troubleshoot issues related to CAD data management, change control, workflows, and user access.
• Collaborate with engineering, software, and IT teams to automate processes, improve data quality, and support scalability across systems.
• Design, deploy, and maintain infrastructure solutions using cloud platforms like AWS.
• Provide training, documentation, and user support for Teamcenter and NX features.
• Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in PLM, DevSecOps, and software development to continually improve tools and infrastructure.
• Support deployment pipelines and DevOps practices to streamline updates and ensure system reliability and compliance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field—or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience administering and developing within PLM/PDM environments, particularly Teamcenter and NX.
• Proficiency with Teamcenter applications such as Workflow Designer, Structure Manager, Change Management, and Access Manager.
• Experience with BMIDE, ITK development, and NX Open API.
• Understanding of engineering data lifecycle, 3D modeling, Bill of Materials (BOM), and product configuration.
• Strong background in system and data integration technologies (e.g., middleware, MCAD/ECAD integrations).
• Hands-on experience configuring and supporting AWS-based infrastructure and cloud-native application development.
• Experience developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and automating engineering workflows.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Multiple years of experience customizing PDM/PLM/CAD workflows and processes.
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux servers, scripting (Batch, PowerShell, Bash), and system administration tasks.
• Experience with LDAP, SAML, and other authentication protocols.
• Understanding of network and infrastructure fundamentals (routing, switching, firewalls).
• Familiarity with FlexLM license servers, license usage monitoring, and license optimization.
• Strong documentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Prior experience in a high-growth startup or aerospace environment is highly desirable.

Pay Range: 

• Senior PLM Application Engineer: $121,700 - $164,600
• Staff PLM Application Engineer: 144,800 - $195,900

Vast is looking for a Staff Product Security Engineer, reporting to the Information Security Manager, 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. 

Responsibilities: 

• Developing top-level system requirements, and flowing down requirements and implementation concepts to subsystem.
• Define security development and test efforts implementation of security controls of components for the ground, link, and vehicle segments.
• Support developing plans and estimates, task execution, project tracking, reporting, and risk identification and mitigation plans.
• Interact with other functions to coordinate requirements, solutions, trades, costs, implementation, system impacts, and effectiveness.
• Support compliance efforts as it relates to NIST 800-53.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience.
• Strong understanding of security architecture, system requirements development, and implementation concepts for complex systems.
• Hands-on experience with threat modeling, risk assessment, and security testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with cryptographic methods, access controls, and secure communications protocols.
• Experience supporting project planning, task execution, reporting, and risk management.
• Strong ability to interact with cross-functional teams to align security requirements, trade-offs, and system impacts.
• Experience in security assessments, audits, and remediation planning.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Understanding of compliance requirements and certifications like NIST 800-53.
• Understanding of the SPARTA framework.
• Prior experience developing, implementing, and validating a security features for a space system.
• Familiarity operating in AWS.
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced startup environment.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones.

Pay Range 

• Senior Product Security Engineer: $150,000 - $204,000 
• Staff Product Security Engineer: $183,000 - $267,000

Vast is looking for a Manager, Engineering Information Systems, reporting to the Director, Information Systems, 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. 

Responsibilities: 

• Own and manage the overall strategy and execution of NX/Teamcenter, Ansys, and other enterprise-level CAE systems.
• Lead a team of experienced NX/Teamcenter administrators, provide mentorship, guidance, and foster hands-on, execution-oriented culture.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, analysis teams, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to align system functionality with business needs.
• Define, prioritize, and execute the product roadmap for system upgrades, enhancements, and new rollouts.
• Ensure system scalability, security, and efficiency to support Vast’s rapid growth in the aerospace sector.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify process improvement opportunities and implement technology solutions.
• Provide leadership in troubleshooting, resolving system issues, and ensuring minimal downtime and operational impact.
• Act as a thought leader in the continuous improvement of Vast’s information systems landscape, staying ahead of industry trends and best practices.
• Lead by example in a start-up environment, willing to dive into details and execute directly as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience managing enterprise information systems, including NX/Teamcenter, CAE tools, and interfaces to MES, preferably in an aerospace, manufacturing, or high-tech environment.
• Proven experience managing a team of technical product managers or business systems analysts.
• Strong understanding of business processes and the ability to align technology solutions with organizational goals.
• Hands-on experience with system rollouts and upgrades, from planning to execution.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with a track record of fostering a culture of accountability and ownership.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment with a “get it done” mentality.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience working on ambiguous problems.
• Ability to creatively solve problems and bring multiple disciplines together while assessing risk and making design and development decisions with incomplete data sets.
• Strong sense of accountability and integrity with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with data analytics and systems integration.
• Experience with MES software and the hardware engineering processes.
• Experience with full-lifecycle product development.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted.
• Specific certifications, as appropriate.

Pay Range:

• Manager, Engineering Information Systems : $125,000 - $180,000
• Senior Manager, Engineering Information Systems: $170,000 - $250,000

Vast is looking for a Manager, IT Services, reporting to the Senior Manager, IT, 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. 

Responsibilities:

• Manage and mentor a team of support technicians to ensure high-quality technical support services
• Manage IT hardware procurement processes, including vendor selection, purchasing, and inventory management
• Develop and implement strategies to meet and exceed service level agreement (SLA) goals
• Monitor help desk ticketing system to ensure timely resolution of technical issues and escalations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and address critical IT support needs
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to help desk team members
• Coordinate training sessions to enhance the technical skills of help desk staff
• Lead IT projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring of project timelines and deliverables
• Stay updated on industry best practices and technologies to continuously improve help desk operations

Basic Qualifications:

• 2+ years in a management role within an IT help desk environment
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Strong proficiency in basic networking protocols and infrastructure (Ethernet, TCP, IP, HTTP, DNS, ICMP, DNS, DHCP, IPv4, Routing, LAN/WAN)
• Strong operating systems' proficiency including Linux, Windows, and OSX
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Ability to analyze complex technical issues and provide effective solutions
• Proficiency in using help desk ticketing systems and other IT support tools
• Certifications such as ITIL, CompTIA A+, or Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) are a plus
• Experience working with ITAR, NIST, FIPS, and FedRAMP compliant systems

Vast is looking for a Staff Software Engineer, AI Tooling reporting to the Senior Manager, Software 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 location. 

Responsibilities: 

• Define the technical direction and long-term roadmap for Vast's internal AI platforms and tooling
• Architect and lead the development of full-stack AI applications that serve diverse use-cases across the company
• Establish engineering best practices, design patterns, and quality standards for AI systems development
• Build and maintain production-grade integrations connecting AI models with internal tools, data sources, and workflows
• Design and implement pipelines for AI response enforcement, content safety, and output formatting
• Drive the evaluation and adoption of emerging AI frameworks, models, and patterns to continuously improve internal tooling
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT Infrastructure, security, and business stakeholders to integrate AI tooling with existing systems
• Mentor and guide other engineers contributing to AI initiatives, fostering a culture of technical excellence
• Ensure the reliability, observability, and scalability of production AI systems
• Rapidly iterate on AI tooling as the technology landscape and company needs evolve

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, an engineering discipline, or equivalent work experience
• 8+ years of software development or relevant industry experience
• Proven track record of leading technical initiatives from concept through production deployment
• Strong full-stack development proficiency with experience across both frontend and backend systems
• Deep understanding of AI/ML concepts, large language model architectures, prompt engineering, and modern AI tooling patterns
• Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining production applications at scale
• Experience establishing engineering best practices and providing technical mentorship
• Strong cross-functional communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for diverse audiences

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience with Python and TypeScript in production environments
• Experience with Svelte or SvelteKit
• Experience with OpenWebUI or similar open-source AI interface platforms
• Experience building or integrating MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers and gateways
• Experience with LLM API integration and AI pipeline development
• Experience with containerization and deployment (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) patterns and vector databases
• Experience building or leading AI/ML platforms at scale
• Prior experience as a tech lead or in a similar engineering leadership role
• Experience working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with evolving requirements

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
• Specific certifications, as appropriate

Pay Range: 

• Senior Software Engineer, AI Tooling: $159,900 - $226,900
• Staff Software Engineer, AI Tooling: $188,600 - $267,700

Vast is looking for a Staff Data Architect, reporting to the Senior Director of Information Systems, to support the development of the data infrastructure and AI-driven capabilities 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.

Responsibilities:

• Design, architect, and implement scalable enterprise data infrastructure including data lakes, warehouses, and real-time streaming platforms
• Build and maintain robust data pipelines that feed internal AI/ML tools and enable advanced analytics across all departments
• Own end-to-end data architecture from ingestion through transformation to consumption, ensuring data quality, reliability, and security
• Integrate data from complex engineering systems (PLM/Teamcenter), manufacturing systems (MES/MOM), ERP (NetSuite), IoT/sensor networks and other enterprise systems
• Create innovative data solutions that enable AI/ML capabilities for engineering analysis, manufacturing optimization, and supply chain intelligence
• Establish data governance frameworks, standards, and best practices across the organization
• Implement MLOps infrastructure to support model training, deployment, and monitoring
• Build real-time data pipelines from shop floor systems, test equipment, and operational technology (OT) environments
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and business teams to understand data requirements and deliver BI/AI-ready datasets
• Lead and mentor a high-performing data engineering team, establishing technical standards and fostering a culture of extreme ownership
• Evaluate and implement cutting-edge data technologies including cloud-native services, vector databases, and modern data stack tools
• Optimize data pipelines for performance, cost-efficiency, and scalability
• Implement monitoring, alerting, observability, and disaster recovery capabilities for mission-critical data systems
• Provide technical leadership and strategic guidance on data architecture to executive leadership

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent work experience
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in data engineering, data architecture, or related fields
• 3+ years of experience in a technical leadership role leading data engineering teams or initiatives
• Proven track record of building enterprise-scale data infrastructure and production data pipelines
• Expert-level proficiency in SQL and Python
• Deep hands-on experience with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and associated data services
• Strong experience with modern data processing frameworks (Apache Spark, Kafka, Airflow, or equivalent)
• Demonstrated experience with data warehousing technologies (Snowflake, Databricks, BigQuery, Redshift, or similar)
• Experience supporting AI/ML initiatives with production-grade data pipelines and infrastructure

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or hardware-intensive industries
• Background integrating data from PLM systems (Teamcenter, Windchill), ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP), and MES/manufacturing execution systems
• Hands-on experience with MLOps tools, feature stores, and machine learning data pipelines
• Knowledge of DevOps/DataOps practices including CI/CD, infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with real-time streaming architectures and event-driven systems
• Familiarity with vector databases, knowledge graphs, and AI/LLM data architectures
• Understanding of dimensional modeling, data vault methodology, and modern data architecture patterns
• Contributions to open-source data engineering projects
• Experience with digital twin architectures or simulation data management
• Strong understanding of data security, compliance, and governance in regulated industries
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Proven ability to balance strategic vision with tactical execution in fast-paced startup environments
• Track record of extreme ownership—proactively identifying problems and driving solutions to completion

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to other Vast facilities or vendor sites
• Willingness to work extended hours or weekends to support critical mission milestones and production launches
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State (export control requirement)

Pay Range:

• Staff Data Architect: $155,800- $221,160