Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, design, quality, reliability, or related roles (internship experience qualifies)

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience working in aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments
• Direct experience working on any of the following products/processes:
• Proven track record of taking ownership in projects, performing root-cause analysis and corrective actions, and influencing suppliers to drive results
• Demonstrated ability to learn new tools, processes, and technical concepts quickly
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment and collaborate effectively across a matrix of functions across the organization
• Detail-oriented mindset, great organizational and project-management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of interfacing with and conveying concepts to all levels of Vast
• Experience in statistical controls and methods (e.g. MSA, DOE, hypothesis testing, etc.)
• Disciplined problem-solving approach (Six Sigma, 8D, etc.)
• Working knowledge of quality systems and standards (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.)
• Advanced degree in an engineering discipline

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 5% Ability to support mission-critical events outside normal working hours

Pay Range: California

$112,340

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$195,552 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.

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: 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.