Combustion Devices Engineer II

Vast is looking for a Combustion Devices Engineer II , reporting to the Senior Manager 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 complete the flight engine design and transition the system from development to production.

You will contribute expertise toward creating 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 complete the flight engine design and transition the system from development to production.

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

• Design: work with our team and Chief Engineer to advance the design of E-2. Create models and drawings of parts and assemblies. Perform calculations and analyses with team support.

• Manufacturing: work with our internal manufacturing team to create finished E-2 parts. Support parts through 3d-printing, machining, post processing, and inspection. Incorporate feedback to improve design for manufacturing.

• Assembly and test: support our integration team with propulsion component assembly build and testing.

• 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.

• 3+ years of experience with mechanical design, development, fabrication, assembly, or test (internships included)

• Ability to work as a teammate and independently to achieve ambitious goals

• Hands-on engineering (Full-stack: computer to wrench to broom)

• Capable to grow positive, respectful, and professional relationships

• Willing to make mistakes, take responsibilities, work independently and be transparent about your work

• Work in an outdoor environment exposed to extreme weather conditions.

• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.