At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world’s first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in August 2025. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.

Vast is looking for a(n) CAD Systems Administrator, reporting to the Director of Information Systems, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.

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

Responsibilities:

Manage and maintain Siemens NX software and ensure its optimal performance
Develop and implement advanced modeling techniques and best practices
Expert in how to design and route plumbing systems in aerospace and defense applications
Experience with how to utilize parametric design principles to create flexible and efficient models
Experience with harness routing and integration within complex assemblies
Creation and management of drawing standards and templates
Collaborate with engineering teams to support design and manufacturing processes
Provide training and support to team members on Siemens NX tools and techniques
Template Parts & Part Families: Experienced in NX template and Part Family creation and management within Teamcenter
Standard Parts & Materials Libraries: Experienced in library management within Teamcenter
NX Check-Mate: Experienced in configuring NX checkers within Teamcenter

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
8+ years of experience as a CAD Systems Administrator
Proficiency in modeling techniques, routing of plumbing, parametric design, and harness routing
Proficiency in developing and maintaining; NX templates, NX Part Families, & NX Material Libraries within Teamcenter
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and team collaboration skills

Preferred Skills:

Experience with other CAD/PLM software packages
Knowledge of industry standards and best practices
Experience preparing NX job aids
Experience leading small-group/ad-hoc info sessions (e.g., lunch-and-learns)
Extensive experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry
Comfortable working in a high-stress environment balancing several projects at any given time, and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction

Salary Range: California

$155,000—$190,000 USD

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 15 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, free catered meals and snacks and beverages, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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