Senior Automation & Controls Engineer
Vast
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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About Vast
vastspace.comVast 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.
Recent company news
CNBCVast wraps $500 million funding round as company vies for NASA space station contract
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1 day ago
CairoSceneQIA Joins $500M Round for US-Based Aerospace Startup Vast
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CTechVast Data raises $1 billion at $30 billion valuation
2 days ago
GovCon WireVast Raises $500M to Advance Haven Space Station Development
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About Vast
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$141k – $183k
per year