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Senior Systems Engineer (ONSITE)
Collins Aerospace
Marlborough, MA
…specialize in developing advanced communication systems, ground and flight computers, sensors, cyber and software solutions, as well as providing integration of Mission Systems. As part of…
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Engineer or Principal Engineer Subsystems Electrical
Northrop Grumman
Whiteman Air Force Base, MO
…technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas,…
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Machine Learning Engineer II
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Richland, WA · Seattle, WA
- $114,000 USD / year
PNNL is seeking a Machine Learning Engineer to implement and adapt research methods within shared software used by U.S. government stakeholders. You will work with researchers in areas such…
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer III
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Richland, WA · Seattle, WA
- $140,200 USD / year
PNNL is seeking a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to implement, adapt, and mature research methods into software deployed primarily in unclassified sponsor environments. You will work…
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Lead Machine Learning Engineer IV
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Richland, WA · Seattle, WA
- $166,800 USD / year
PNNL is seeking a Lead Machine Learning Engineer to lead the development and evolution of software that brings emerging research methods into sponsor environments. You will work with…
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Technician III Development Technician
BAE Systems
Westminster, CO
At BAE Systems, we don t just build technology; we engineer the critical systems that protect our world and expand our reach into the stars. As a global leader in defense and aerospace, BAE…
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Engineer Senior - Thermal
BAE Systems
Boulder, CO
Thermal design and analysis of spacecraft and/or precision aerospace electro-mechanical, and/or opto-mechanical flight hardware systems, cryo systems, antenna communication systems,…
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Manufacturing Engineering, Subassemblies
Vast
Long Beach, CA
Vast is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Subassemblies, to help develop the systems behind our human-rated space stations. You will drive the development and execution of…
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Manufacturing Engineering, Structures
Vast
Long Beach, CA
Vast is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer, Structures, to help develop the systems behind our human-rated space stations. You will drive the development and execution of human-rated…
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Manufacturing Engineering, ECLSS
Vast
Long Beach, CA
Vast is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer, ECLSS, to help develop the systems behind our human-rated space stations. You'll use your engineering knowledge and creativity to design,…
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Integration Engineer, Fluid Systems Test
Vast
Long Beach, CA
Vast is looking for an Integration Engineer, Fluid Systems Test, to help develop the systems behind our human-rated space stations. You will drive the development and execution of…
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Integration Engineer, Avionics Test
Vast
Long Beach, CA
Vast is looking for an Integration Engineer, Avionics Test, to help develop the systems behind our human-rated space stations. You will drive the development and execution of human-rated…
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Integration Build Engineer
Vast
Long Beach, CA
Vast is looking for an Integration Build Engineer, to help develop the systems behind our human-rated space stations. You will drive the development and execution of human-rated vehicle…
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Controls & Automation Engineer
Vast
Long Beach, CA
Vast is looking for a Controls & Automation Engineer, to help develop the systems behind our human-rated space stations. You will drive the development and execution of human-rated vehicle…
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Avionics Hardware Engineer III - Lunar Permanence
Blue Origin LLC
Seattle, WA
…delivery of avionics products for Lunar Vehicles, including flight computers, I/O units, embedded controllers, and associated electrical…
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Engineer - Mechanical III - Lunar Permanence, Avionics / Optical Mechanical Pack
Blue Origin LLC
Seattle, WA
…commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living…
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Blue Origin LLC
Seattle, WA
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SUPERVISORY GENERAL ENGINEER
Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command
Youngstown, OH
Summary The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a senior general engineer in the direction and supervision of the Civil Engineering Flight. Click on "Learn more about this…
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Engineer Propulsion Level 3/4
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The Engineer Propulsion leads the technical direction, design, and execution of advanced propulsion systems for our next‑generation tactical programs. This role combines deep subject‑matter…
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Integrate MS&A with operational flight software, collecting and analyzing data from laboratory or flight tests, the verification and validation of simulation performance against flight test…
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Staff Optomechanical Engineer - 5
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…technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas,…
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…responsible for the architecture, design, integration, and test of development and flight hardware. The role focuses on the advanced mechanical design and analysis of optical assemblies and…
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Principal/Sr Principal Aeronautical Flight Test Engineer - Loads & Dynamics
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Vast

Controls & Automation Engineer

Long Beach, CA, United States

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Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 9, 2026

Original job description

Vast is developing next-generation space stations and space infrastructure using an incremental, hardware-rich, and capital-efficient approach. Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station to support a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and supporting a growing space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to design, build, and operate its own spacecraft in orbit. Next, Haven-1 is targeted to become the world’s first commercial space station, with launch anticipated in 2027, followed by additional Haven modules. Additionally, the company recently announced two new offerings leveraging its space station components and the heritage of Haven Demo: Vast Satellite, a high-power satellite product line; and Vast Lunar Systems, power, communications, and habitats for the Moon.

Headquartered in Long Beach, California, and with more than 1,000 employees and over a billion dollars in private capital, Vast has built the facilities capable of manufacturing America’s next space station. The company plans to develop future habitats and systems for Mars, dedicated modules for government partners, and other crewed systems designed to unlock the expanding long-term space economy.

Vast is looking for a Controls & Automation Engineer, to help develop the systems behind our human-rated space stations. You will drive the development and execution of human-rated vehicle processes as Haven-1 transitions from design to a flight-ready station.

This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach, CA location.

Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain a data acquisition and controls stack to support a wide range of partnering test teams at the Long Beach site - creating software tools and setting standards for test assets and practices.
Design, implement, and own complex control systems for testing space-rated hardware, with responsibility for both hardware and software components.
Collaborate across disciplines - including software, thermal, manufacturing, propulsion, ECLSS, and mechanical test teams - to drive robust testing practices, gather upgrade requests, and define new capabilities for the test stack.
Troubleshoot and debug test assets to resolve issues quickly and ensure optimal test system performance.

Minimum Qualifications:

B.S. in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing or electrical engineering, physics, mathematics, or a related technical field.
Manufacturing experience (including internships) managing a product/product line across multiple work centers and/or departments, fluid, pressurized, propulsion, or environmental control hardware in design, manufacturing, or test.
2-4+ years of experience for Manufacturing Engineer II
4-6+ years of experience for Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Hands-on fabrication, assembly, and/or integration experience; CAD proficiency (NX preferred).

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Hands-on experience building or testing hardware, in industry or through student teams such as Formula SAE, rocketry, CubeSat, or robotics.
Experience with aerospace, spacecraft, propulsion, or other safety-critical or high-reliability hardware.
Experience taking designs or processes from concept through build or test, and from R&D to production.
Familiarity with CAD tools, ideally Siemens NX, and PLM tools such as Teamcenter.
Exposure to thermal or structural analysis using Ansys, or similar tools.
Awareness of aerospace workmanship, design, and environmental test standards such as IPC, SMC-S-016, NASA-STD-5001, or MIL-STD-810.
Proficiency applying GD&T.
Strong problem-solving skills, including troubleshooting and structured root cause analysis.
Strong attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to work well in cross-functional teams.
Senior Level: experience mentoring engineers or technicians and managing multiple projects at once.

Additional Requirements:

Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.

Pay Ranges:

Engineer/ Level I: $86,100.00 - $122,220.00
Engineer/ Level II: $112,340.00 - $159,468.00
Senior Engineer/ Level III: $137,760.00 - $195,552.00

We calibrate level and compensation to the selected candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. We welcome applicants across a range of experience levels to apply.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Base 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: 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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Vast 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.

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Control systems
Troubleshoot
Electrical engineering
Assembly
Siemens NX
Test hardware
Robotics
PLM
Siemens Teamcenter
Ansys
Problem solving
Troubleshooting
Root cause analysis
Attention to detail
Communication skills
Coaching

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