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Vast

Mechanical Engineer, Structures

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$86K - $122K/yr

This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach, CA location. Responsibilities ... Analysis work in recent versions of Ansys, Femap/Nastran, Abaqus. * Experience with GD&T ...

Vast

Solar Array Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

This will be a full-time , exempt position located in our Long Beach location. Responsibilities ... Analysis work in recent versions of Ansys, FeMap/Nastran, Abaqus, Thermal Desktop. * Experience ...

Shield AI

Staff Loads Engineer (R4954)

San Diego, CA

$136K - $205K/yr

Develop and validate loads models using tools like NASTRAN, FEMAP, MATLAB, or custom Python ... Active or previous DoD clearance (not required) #LI-JM2 #LD Full-time regular employee offer ...

Shield AI

Staff Loads Engineer (R4954)

Dallas, TX

$136K - $205K/yr

Develop and validate loads models using tools like NASTRAN, FEMAP, MATLAB, or custom Python ... Active or previous DoD clearance (not required) #LI-JM2 #LD Full-time regular employee offer ...

Shield AI

Staff Loads Engineer (R4954)

San Diego, CA · On-site

$136K - $205K/yr

Develop and validate loads models using tools like NASTRAN, FEMAP, MATLAB, or custom Python ... Active or previous DoD clearance (not required) $136,730 - $205,096 a year #LI-JM2 #LD Full-time ...

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Mechanical Simulation Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

NX Nastran * ABAQUS * Experience with electronic packaging for high-reliability environments ... Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week. Typical ...

Shield AI

Staff Loads Engineer (R4954)

Dallas, TX · On-site

$136K - $205K/yr

Develop and validate loads models using tools like NASTRAN, FEMAP, MATLAB, or custom Python ... Active or previous DoD clearance (not required) $136,730 - $205,096 a year #LI-JM2 #LD Full-time ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time nastran in the United States is $65.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54.81 and $76.20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Required credentialsBachelor's in Engineering, certification in Nastran softwareBachelor's in Engineering, certification in FEA tools
Work environmentEngineering firms, aerospace, automotive industriesDesign and simulation departments in similar industries
Employer usageUsed for structural analysis, stress testing, and simulationUses FEA software like Nastran for detailed analysis

Full Time Nastran roles focus on using Nastran software for structural analysis, while Full Time Finite Element Analysts may work with various FEA tools, including Nastran, to perform detailed simulations. Both roles require similar credentials and are common in engineering industries, but Nastran specialists specifically emphasize expertise in the Nastran software platform.

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Mechanical Engineer, Structures

Vast

Long Beach, CA • On-site

$86K - $122K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Vast is looking for a Mechanical Engineer reporting to Manager, Structures Design, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. The Structures and Dynamics team covers a wide range of components and responsibilities: from the primary pressure hull, to MMOD shielding, engineered soft goods, and establishing design loads and factors, as well as supporting other teams' design needs across the company.

This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach, CA location. 

Responsibilities: 

  • Own design of primary and secondary structures on a large scale space station.
  • Develop understanding of static and dynamic loads, vibrations, thermal and other environmental considerations to drive design decisions. 
  • Perform mechanical design and analysis, develop manufacturing drawings, test plans, concept of operations, and follow hardware through the entire process. 
  • Lead trades and own interfaces with sub systems. 
  • Work with fabricators and technicians to improve designs, develop processes, and resolve issues

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, civil engineering, physics, or math.
  • 2+ years experience with CAD and FEA software packages.
  • 2+ years of experience designing and developing mechanical components or systems.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

  • Design of structures and components for a high-performance vehicle or spacecraft.
  • Proactive problem-solving skills such as failure analysis and root cause investigation.
  • Prior experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
  • Design work in recent versions of NX, Teamcenter.
  • Analysis work in  recent versions of Ansys, Femap/Nastran, Abaqus.
  • Experience with GD&T implementation and analysis (ASME Y14.5).
  • Familiarity with spacecraft specifications such as SMC-S-016, NASA-STD-5001.

Pay Range: 

  • Mechanical Engineer I: $86,100- $122,220
  • Mechanical Engineer II: $112,340- $159,468

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