Senior Automation & Controls Engineer

Vast(29 days ago)

Long Beach, CA, California, United StatesOnsiteFull TimeSenior$141,300 - $183,260Engineering - Controls & Automation

About this role

Senior Automation & Controls Engineer at Vast will support development of systems for artificial-gravity, human-rated space stations, working from the Long Beach facility. The role focuses on developing and commissioning DAQ and controls systems, supporting vehicle and facility-level testing, and ensuring compliance with test and documentation processes. The position requires collaboration across engineering teams and mentoring of technicians and junior engineers.

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Required Skills

Data Acquisition
Controls
DAQ Hardware
DAQ Software
Testing
Test Planning
Hardware Integration
Instrumentation
Electrical Schematics
Mechanical Schematics

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
U.S. Person (Export Eligibility)

About Vast

vastspace.com

Vast develops next-generation space stations designed to enable long-term living, research, manufacturing, and commercial activity in orbit. The company focuses on building highly capable, modular habitats and infrastructure to support sustained human presence and thriving off Earth. Vast positions its stations as commercial-grade platforms for governments, researchers, industry, and future space travelers, pioneering the next step toward scalable orbital communities.