Vast
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Vast is developing next-generation space stations and space infrastructure using an incremental, hardware-rich, and capital-efficient approach. Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station to support a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and supporting a growing space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to design, build, and operate its own spacecraft in orbit. Next, Haven-1 is targeted to become the world’s first commercial space station, with launch anticipated in 2027, followed by additional Haven modules. Additionally, the company recently announced two new offerings leveraging its space station components and the heritage of Haven Demo: Vast Satellite, a high-power satellite product line; and Vast Lunar Systems, power, communications, and habitats for the Moon.
Headquartered in Long Beach, California, and with more than 1,000 employees and over a billion dollars in private capital, Vast has built the facilities capable of manufacturing America’s next space station. The company plans to develop future habitats and systems for Mars, dedicated modules for government partners, and other crewed systems designed to unlock the expanding long-term space economy.
Vast is looking for an ECAD/Electronics Librarian, reporting to the PCB Design Manager, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of human-rated space stations.
This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Manage Vast’s electronics CAD library using Altium Designer/Altium 365
Monitor library components and maintain lifecycle states
Create, modify, and review components, symbols, and footprints as requested by various Vast design teams
Ensure footprint compliance to relevant IPC standards
Modify and integrate 3D part models with the 2D footprints
Define, enforce, and manage library standards (naming conventions, parameter sets, dictionaries, lifecycle states, revision control)
Support engineers in proper part selection and usage of library components
Create and maintain reuse blocks, drawing templates, and component templates
Perform library reviews to ensure accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance with standards (IPC, NASA, VAST)
Drive consistency across projects by enforcing repeatable design practices
Iterate designs based on prototype feedback, test results, and manufacturing input
Function in a cross disciplinary team and a dynamic design environment
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical engineering technology, or other CAD-based engineering discipline and 2+ years of work experience in Librarian or PCB design roles
OR 5+ years work experience in an engineering role in lieu of education
Working experience with Altium or other similar ECAD tools
Experience in aerospace, space, or other high-reliability industries
Familiarity with IPC standards (IPC-2221, IPC-7351, IPC-A-610)
IPC Certifications (any)
Working experience with Siemens NX or Solidworks
Familiarity with TeamCenter or other similar PLM system
Knowledge of computer applications and the ability to easily navigate through different computer software programs
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to make independent judgments with limited information
Communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in-writing) between other employees, manufacturers, and board fabricators
Logical and strategic approach to solving problems
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
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones
Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
$101,680—$144,336 USD
We calibrate level and compensation to the selected candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. We welcome applicants across a range of experience levels to apply.
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: medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.
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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