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Machining Manufacturing Engineer

Vast is building artificial-gravity commercial space stations (Haven-1 and beyond) to enable long-term human presence in low-Earth orbit. We are seeking a Machining Manufacturing Engineer to develop, optimize, and qualify machining processes, tooling, and procedures that will support production of human-rated space station systems and help the organization meet launch milestones.

Skills

  • Machining process development and optimization
  • CNC setup, calibration, and troubleshooting
  • Creation and maintenance of BOMs, work instructions, and SOPs
  • Root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
  • Drawing review and GD&T understanding
  • Knowledge of additive and subtractive manufacturing and metal joining techniques
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
  • Ability to communicate technical recommendations clearly across teams

Responsibilities

  • Optimize and develop all aspects of the machining manufacturing process
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to develop manufacturable processes for new designs
  • Create and manage manufacturing BOMs, work instructions, and specifications
  • Install, troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain new machines; develop SOPs and coordinate with machine suppliers
  • Perform root cause analyses on manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions
  • Review drawings and CAD data for manufacturability and provide design-for-manufacturing feedback
  • Produce reports, procedures, and manuals to mature processes for production
  • Develop reliable processes and controls to support launch schedules
  • Help develop process and procedure controls to achieve AS9100D compliance

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in aeronautical, mechanical, or related engineering (required)
  • Master’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering (preferred)

Benefits

  • 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
  • Company equity for full-time employees
  • Flexible paid time off (exempt) and up to 10 days vacation (non-exempt)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan access
  • One Medical membership
  • ClassPass credits and personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health
  • Commuter/food perks: snacks, coffee, cold drinks, subsidized lunch, dinner provided
  • Other employee discounts and perks
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$85,000/yr - $132,000/yr
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Full-time, onsite
DATE POSTED
January 3, 2026
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