Life Support Systems Engineer, Turbomachinery/Pump Design

Vast is looking for a(n) Life Support Systems Engineer , reporting to the Closed Loop/Regenerable ECLSS Responsible Engineer, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. Use this space to describe the role and sell the candidate on the cool stuff they would get to work on. 

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

Responsibilities: 

• Own the full lifecycle of components, from initial design to manufacturing, testing, and data
  analysis.
• Develop detailed CAD models in Siemens NX for pumps and fluid systems, and perform analyses
  to validate and verify design performance.
• Perform sizing, material selection, and structural integrity analysis, including assessments for
  pressure, vibration, fracture, and fatigue.
• Conduct design reviews, risk assessments, and failure mode analyses to ensure robustness and
  safety of components.
• Oversee supplier relationships to ensure the procurement, fabrication, and installation of flight
  hardware meet specifications.
• Mentor junior engineers and conduct technical peer reviews to ensure design quality and
  adherence to engineering standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design engineering, with at least 3 years
  specifically focused on turbomachinery design.
• Expertise in CAD software such as Siemens NX for creating detailed designs and technical
  documentation.
• Strong demonstrated skills in fluids, thermodynamics, and pump sizing.
• Experience performing the structural and fluid design and analysis using tools such as ANSYS
• Proficiency in engineering analysis tools and software, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
  and thermal simulations.
• Familiarity with space and aerospace industry standards.
• Experience with materials selection and manufacturing processes for turbomachinery
  components in aerospace environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to innovate in complex, high-
  performance systems.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience with facilities within an aerospace industry
• Experience in the design, analysis, and optimization of turbomachinery components, such as
  turbines, compressors, pumps, and associated subsystems
• Proficiency in engineering analysis tools and software, including computational fluid dynamics
  (CFD).
• Knowledge of NASA, ESA, or other space agency design and testing standards.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams.
• A passion for space exploration and a commitment to engineering excellence.

Additional Requirements:

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

Pay Range: 

• Mechanical Engineer II: $110,000-$145,000