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Avionics Manufacturing Engineer

Vast · Long Beach, California, United States

Posted about 3 months ago · $140,000 - $205,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
81 days
Vast's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
35% of Vast's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Vast
high
199 stale, 5 reposted of 202 open
Hiring momentum
259 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Vast's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Vast.

About this role

As an Avionics Manufacturing Engineer at Vast, you will be integral to the development and manufacturing of avionics assemblies and components for space products, including flight computers and life-support systems. Your role involves collaborating with design teams, supporting new product introductions, creating manufacturing plans, and ensuring quality control. You will also engage in hands-on assembly and testing while mentoring less experienced team members.

Our read on this posting3.8out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Vast as an employer.

What you need

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
  • 2+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in the aerospace, avionics industry, satellite manufacturing, and/or electronic warfare systems
  • Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
  • Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones

Nice to have

  • Strong understanding of avionics, transmitters/radios, avionics navigational equipment, 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
  • Hands-on experience with testing and troubleshooting avionics systems
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies

What you get

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
  • Generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of the technologies or tools used in avionics manufacturing processes
  • The role may involve working with legacy products, which could limit exposure to newer technologies
  • The pay range is broad, indicating variability based on experience and negotiation
  • The requirement for overtime or weekend work may affect work-life balance

Summarised from Vast's posting. Read the full original.

Listed by Vast on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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