Senior CNC Programmer

<div class="content-intro"><p>At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world’s first commercial space station when it launches, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.</p></div><p>Vast is looking for a&nbsp;<strong>Senior CNC Programmer</strong>, reporting to the<strong> E-2 Principal Engineer, </strong>to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.&nbsp;</p> <p>This will be a<strong> full-time</strong>, <strong>non-exempt</strong> position located in our <strong>Hawthorne</strong> facility.</p> <p>This role will specifically support the&nbsp;<strong data-stringify-type="bold">Launcher E-2 liquid rocket engine program</strong>. Vast has the ambitious goal for E-2 to be the world’s highest-performing engine for small launchers, optimized for mass production and low cost. You will be a key team member helping complete the development of our E-2 engine into a reliable, high-performance product.</p> <p>We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Programmer who works on lathe machines to join our team to machine E-2 parts and tools. You will play a crucial role in the development, fabrication, maintenance, and repair of various tools, jigs, and fixtures used in our production processes. Your precision, attention to detail, and ability to work with a variety of materials and machinery will contribute to the efficiency and quality of our manufacturing operations.</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Proficiency in Mastercam for turning centers.</li> <li>Design, develop, and manufacture tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, molds, and other equipment required for production, ensuring they meet exacting specifications and tolerances.</li> <li>Choose appropriate materials for tool construction based on factors such as strength, durability, and compatibility with the manufac