Electrical Engineer, E-2 Development

Vast is looking for an Electrical Engineer, reporting to the Director of E-2 Engineering, to create the world's highest performing engine for small launchers, while optimizing for production and low cost. In this role, you will join a team with exciting momentum that has produced and successfully tested fully integrated engine development samples. You will be a key member who will help transition the system from development to production.

This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Hawthorne location. 

Responsibilities:

• Responsible Engineer for the flight engine controller and instrumentation.
• Work with test team to integrate engine controller with test stand.
• Design, build, and test circuit boards and write software for engine controller, throttles, and TVC.
• Procure, calibrate, install, and troubleshoot engine instrumentation.
• Responsible for wiring harnesses and mounting avionics on engine.
• Create electronics schematics and models/drawings of parts and assemblies.  Perform calculations and analyses with team support.
• Create schematics and document processes.
• Participate in engine testing with our test team and support with troubleshooting as needed.
• Communicate effectively with entire team to regularly provide updates on progress and issues.
• Always follow proper safety procedures and wear personal protective equipment in the workplace.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of experience with electronics design, development, fabrication, assembly, or test (internships included).

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Ability to work as a teammate and independently to achieve ambitious goals.
• Hands-on engineering (Full-stack: computer to wrench to broom).
• Electronics and circuit boards.
• Communication (Written, visual, slides).
• Coding (MATLAB, C++, javascript, C, Arduino).
• CAD (NX preferred).
• Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Problem-solving.
• Capable to grow positive, respectful, and professional relationships.
• Willing to make mistakes, take responsibilities, work independently and be transparent about your work.

Additional Requirements:

• Able to lift 25 lbs unassisted.
• Work in an outdoor environment exposed to extreme weather conditions.
• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.

Pay Ranges: 

• Electrical Engineer I: $86,000 - $120,000
• Electrical Engineer II: $110,000 - $155,000