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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Engineer, Structures Test - **Company:** Vast, Inc - **Location:** Long Beach, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $112,340.0 - $195,552.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Confluence, JIRA, Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart, Subversion, Test Execution Engine, Smartsheet, Git, Software Version Control, Teamcenter (Software) - **Published:** August 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6aac88d4ea9a6432 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other engineering discipline * 3+ years of experience in an engineering environment (test, launch, manufacturing, etc.) Preferred Skills & Experience: * Ability to design and perform product environmental testing based on the requirements provided in SMC-S-016, GEVS NASA-STD-7000a, MIL STD 810G. etc. * Experience planning and executing engineering operations in a time-sensitive and high-risk environment * Own assembly, checkouts and development test stands * Ability to quickly understand and troubleshoot new/existing systems * Experience writing and executing test plans/procedures in collaboration with design engineers * Experience with designing and implementing instrumentation systems * Experience in structural design and analysis of test fixtures * Experience working across engineering groups to define requirements and implement solutions * Execute deliverables based on prioritized implementation plans and timelines * Ability to rapidly change priorities between several projects * Identify key unknowns and quickly close knowledge gaps * Deliver the highest value results quickly and iterate towards successive milestones * Perform structured root cause analysis of test failures * Experience designing and/or working with closed-loop control systems (hydraulic/ pressure systems) * Experience with working with DAQ software i.e. NI, Beckoff, and/or Dewesoft * Experience working with DAQ hardware i.e. NI, Beckoff, and/or Dewesoft * Experience operating / working with high-pressure gas systems * Experience generating test system P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram) using Visio / Lucidchart or equivalent * Experience with creating and maintaining project schedules with Smartsheet, Project or equivalent * Experience with SVN, GIT, or other version management systems * Experience with Teamcenter or other PLM systems * Experience with CAD systems, NX preferable * Experience with JIRA and/or Confluence * Experience with selection of precision sensor and measurement devices (i.e. loadcells, thermocouples, pressure sensors, deflection transducers) * Ability to thrive as an individual contributor and as part of a team * Ability to add something unique and positive to our team * Generally high level of all-around awesomeness Additional Requirements: * Must be able to travel to our Mojave Test site (~25% of the time) * Must be able to work varying hours/shifts and available for extended hours as well as weekends when needed * Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and be able to maneuver in tight spaces; physically able to handle items weighing up to 25lbs (unassisted) * Ability and desire to perform in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment ## Description Vast is looking for a Test Engineer, reporting to the Director of Structures Test, to support the development of the 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. In this role, you will support the ongoing development of our Haven-1 space station module, with a primary focus on primary and secondary structures testing. You will work closely with design REs, test technicians, and other teams such as Manufacturing, Integration, and Avionics to meet design/mission requirements and industry standards., * Work under the direction of the Director of Structures Test to develop and execute testing on primary and secondary structure of the Haven-1 Space Station * Mentor other engineers and technicians on the team * Adhere to, enforce, and improve the test processes and good practices of Vast and the test organization * Produce professional and traceable documentation, including electrical, mechanical, and fluid schematics of the test systems * Work with responsible engineers to design, prepare, and execute test campaigns. This includes the manufacture of new test stands and/or operation of existing resources * Perform all necessary design, analysis, and project management * Conduct TRR (Test Readiness Review), PDR (Preliminary Design Review) and/or CDR (Critical Design Review) before all design/tests are started * Find creative solutions to unique issues in order to save cost and schedule while improving overall quality and safety * Come up with great ideas and be empowered to make them a reality * Design, analyze, and own the test setup * Continuous learning/Improvement-and share them with your team members * Perform other duties as assigned ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [42 x 2 Canvases Later: Two Years, Two Minds, Many Lessons](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1458-42-x-2-canvases-later-two-years-two-minds-many-lessons) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [A Founder's Journey : From Startup Chaos to Purposeful Growth](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1926-a-founder-s-journey-from-startup-chaos-to-purposeful-growth) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [What is a Test Plan: Guide to Test Planning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/191-what-is-a-test-plan-guide-to-test-planning) - [What Makes WeAreDevelopers World Congress Different From Every Other Tech Event?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/701-what-makes-wearedevelopers-world-congress-different-from-every-other-tech-event) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer)