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Avionics Manufacturing Engineer, Wiring Harnesses

Vast · Long Beach, California, United States

Posted about 3 months ago · $93,480 - $132,696

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
103 days
Vast's roles stay open a median of 103 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
35% of Vast's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Vast
high
202 stale, 5 reposted of 202 open
Hiring momentum
67 roles opened in the last 90 days
↓ down vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-11-14

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

The Avionics Manufacturing Engineer will support the development of systems for artificial-gravity human-rated space stations by collaborating with design teams on manufacturability, optimizing manufacturing processes, and creating detailed plans and procedures for avionics systems. This role involves hands-on assembly, integration, and testing of avionics systems, as well as working closely with suppliers and quality assurance teams to ensure high standards are met.

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 Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in the aerospace or avionics industry

Nice to have

  • Strong understanding of avionics 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
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to perform root cause analysis
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams

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 and up to 10+ days 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

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of the technology stack or tools used in manufacturing processes
  • The role may require overtime or weekend work to meet critical mission milestones
  • The position involves physical requirements, such as the ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted

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Listed by Vast on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-11-14. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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