Vast
Senior CFD & Fluids Systems Analyst, ECLSS
Vast, Long Beach, California, us, 90899
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
Senior Fluids Systems Analyst , reporting to the
Director, Life Support Systems , to support the development of the life support and thermal control 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: Setup and run multiple fidelity fluid analysis to support Environmental Control and Life Support System design Setup and run low order models for fluid modeling Setup and run CFD models of spacecraft interior. RANS, URANS, and LES Planning and participating in test campaigns, and anchoring analysis with test data Creating and reviewing system models of pressure fed systems and associated tank, valve, and line sizing for Propulsion, Life Support, and Thermal Control Systems Efficiently developing multiple CFD simulations to support trade studies Developing and teaching to other engineers best practices in analysis Presenting analysis for NASA or other certification programs Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or equivalent 5+ years experience with CFD software packages in industry: Star-CCM+, Fluent, or equivalent 5+ years experience with thermo-hydraulic analysis software packages in industry: SINDA/FLUINT, GFSSP, or equivalent Preferred Skills & Experience: Prior experience with space hardware in a fast-paced manufacturing setting Master's or terminal degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or equivalent with fluids background Leadership experience on an engineering or project team Establishing analysis best practices and methodologies Completion of certification effort for flight hardware Additional Requirements: Ability to travel up to 20% of the time Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted Specific certifications, as appropriate Pay Range: Senior Systems Analyst: $135,000-$170,000 Salary Range: California $135,000 — $170,000 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 10 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. 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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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
Senior Fluids Systems Analyst , reporting to the
Director, Life Support Systems , to support the development of the life support and thermal control 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: Setup and run multiple fidelity fluid analysis to support Environmental Control and Life Support System design Setup and run low order models for fluid modeling Setup and run CFD models of spacecraft interior. RANS, URANS, and LES Planning and participating in test campaigns, and anchoring analysis with test data Creating and reviewing system models of pressure fed systems and associated tank, valve, and line sizing for Propulsion, Life Support, and Thermal Control Systems Efficiently developing multiple CFD simulations to support trade studies Developing and teaching to other engineers best practices in analysis Presenting analysis for NASA or other certification programs Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or equivalent 5+ years experience with CFD software packages in industry: Star-CCM+, Fluent, or equivalent 5+ years experience with thermo-hydraulic analysis software packages in industry: SINDA/FLUINT, GFSSP, or equivalent Preferred Skills & Experience: Prior experience with space hardware in a fast-paced manufacturing setting Master's or terminal degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or equivalent with fluids background Leadership experience on an engineering or project team Establishing analysis best practices and methodologies Completion of certification effort for flight hardware Additional Requirements: Ability to travel up to 20% of the time Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted Specific certifications, as appropriate Pay Range: Senior Systems Analyst: $135,000-$170,000 Salary Range: California $135,000 — $170,000 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 10 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. 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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