Vast Tooling Engineer I at Vast designs and supports fabrication of fixtures and tooling for space station assembly. Collaborates with engineering and production teams to define tooling specifications and improve manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
Own the design, activation, and implementation, and support fabrication, of fixtures and tooling required for Haven-1 assembly, lifting, and handling.
Work with Integration and Manufacturing to define vehicle integration flow, manufacturing process, concepts and tooling interfaces.
Collaborate with vehicle engineering and production to define fixture and tooling specifications, qualification plans, and introduce to production.
Perform mechanical analysis for spacecraft fixtures.
Develop operation and maintenance plans for all test fixtures and tooling. Assist the facilities manager(s) in all aspects of project implementation as needed
Manage schedule on assigned projects including critical next steps, deadlines, and outcome.
Manage vendor relationships and coordinate meetings to identify new technologies and how they can be applied to Vast’s cutting edge applications.
Develop, test, and implement tool improvements to yield time savings or tolerance improvements.
Coordinate tooling modifications related to part, production, or other changes.
Work closely with engineering stakeholders and technicians to solve production-related issues.
Qualification
Experience with GD&THands-on experience with handlingStrong communication skillsDesign of pneumaticIntegration tooling designA passion for hardware developmentAdditional RequirementsAbility to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, or other engineering discipline
Experience with GD&T
1+ years of experience in aerospace/mechanical/automotive design and/or tooling. (University capstone/competitive projects and prior internship experience may apply)
1+ years of experience in NX or other 3D CAD packages
Hands-on experience with handling, lifting, or building engineered assemblies
Experience making and running FEA models on structural components
Knowledge of project planning and execution practices, including logic-linked schedule management
Strong communication skills.
Preferred
Experience with work orders and assembly instructions.
Design of pneumatic, electrical, or hydraulic motion systems.
Critical lifting and break overs fixtures.
Integration tooling design
A passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development.
Additional Requirements:
Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
