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Vast · 15 hours ago

Avionics Manufacturing Engineer, Battery

Long Beach, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $160K/yr

5+ years exp

Vast is dedicated to contributing to a future where billions of people thrive in space, focusing on building artificial gravity space stations. The Avionics Manufacturing Engineer, Battery will support the development of battery and power systems for space products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful manufacturing and integration.

Defense & Space

Culture & Values

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Collaborate with design teams to provide professional feedback on the manufacturability and assembly processes of lithium-ion battery packs and power systems hardware

Support new product introduction and the development of manufacturing processes to support battery systems and power systems

Develop and optimize new and existing manufacturing processes, considering factors such as efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness

Create and maintain detailed manufacturing plans, assembly procedures, and work instructions to ensure consistent and accurate production of battery and power systems

Identify and resolve manufacturing challenges by conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions (RCCA)

Work closely with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality avionics components, reviewing and approving supplier manufacturing processes

Perform hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of both battery and power systems, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and industry standards

Participate in design reviews, providing valuable insights to improve the manufacturability and reliability of batteries and power system related hardware

Collaborate with quality assurance teams to establish and maintain rigorous quality control processes for avionics manufacturing

Work closely with team members, mentoring less experienced team members on avionics manufacturing and collaborating with all team members on documentation review and product support

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall product quality

Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in avionics manufacturing to drive innovation within the company

Qualification

Battery systems engineeringAvionics manufacturing processesCAD software proficiencyRoot cause analysisLean manufacturing principlesCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsAttention to detailProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

5 + years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in the aerospace, avionics industry, automotive battery manufacturing, and/or automotive power systems manufacturing

Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones

Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted

Preferred

Strong understanding of batteries, avionics power systems, electronics manufacturing processes, and assembly techniques

Proficiency in CAD software (such as Siemens NX) for reviewing designs and creating manufacturing documentation

Familiarity with industry standards and regulations relevant to avionics manufacturing, such as IPC standards

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to perform root cause analysis

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

Hands-on experience with testing and troubleshooting avionics systems is desirable

Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies is a plus

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work

Ability to manage new product introduction

Ability to effectively provide design for manufacturing feedback

Benefits

100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents

Flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff

Paid parental leave

Short and long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Access to a 401(k) retirement plan

One Medical membership

ClassPass credits

Personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health

Other discounts and perks

Exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge

Lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees

Company

Vast

Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers.

Founded in 2021

El Segundo, California, USA

501-1000 employees