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Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station 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. 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 in 2027, followed by additional Haven modules. Additionally, the company recently announced Vast Satellite, a high-power satellite product line leveraging its space station components and the heritage of Haven Demo.\nHeadquartered inLong Beach, California, and with more than 1,000 employees and over a billion dollars in private capital, Vast has built the facilities required to manufacture and operate America’s next space station. The company plans to develop future habitats and systems for the Moon and Mars, dedicated space stations for government partners, and other crewed systems that will unlock the expanding long-term space economy.\nVast is looking for a Demand Planner, reporting to the Manager of Demand Planning, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. \nThis will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach location. \nResponsibilities: \nOversee demand, supply, and fulfillment planning for various functions of the business that could include but are not limited to: avionics and electronic hardware, including EEE components, PCBs, PCBAs, and related commodities.\nFoster strong collaboration with internal stakeholders-Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Finance, Manufacturing, and Mission Management-to align planning processes with business objectives and technical requirements.\nDevelop and implement key performance metrics (KPIs) to effectively track material actions, identify risks, and highlight opportunities for improvement across electronic component lifecycles.\nEnsure accuracy and maintenance of Bills of Materials (BOMs), part records, and master data, particularly for EEE components, circuit boards, assemblies, and other Avionics products to support streamlined procurement and production.\nEstablish and leverage commodity lead times and part availability data to enhance design release processes and minimize supply chain disruptions across critical avionics hardware.\nDrive timely release of procurement planning messages and ensure efficient coordination with suppliers for long-lead components.\nEnsure on-time issuance of work orders to production and purchase orders to procurement, supporting seamless manufacturing and supply chain operations.\nServe as a key resource in Clear-to-Build and Material Readiness meetings, providing accurate material availability insights and resolving electronic component constraints.\nUpdate demand forecasts and supply plans in response to engineering change orders (ECOs), ensuring clear communication of revisions to internal and external stakeholders.\nEnhance visibility of material readiness and component obsolescence risks through comprehensive reporting, including Line of Balance (LOB), shortage reports, and Clear-to-Build dashboards.\nCollaborate effectively in a cross-functional team environment, demonstrating technical acumen in electronic hardware planning and strong alignment with company-wide goals.\nMinimum Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in business administration, operations management, or another relevant field (or 4 years of relevant experience)\n2+ years experience with Demand Planning in a Manufacturing environment. \nProficiency in Excel and other data visualization tools.\nExperience leading scheduling discussions with multiple stakeholders and customers.\nAbility to make independent judgments with limited information.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nPreferred Skills & Experience:\nSignificant experience working with BOMs and understanding their integration across ERP/MRP/PLM/MES systems.\nPrior experience in aerospace, avionics, high-reliability electronics, or EV manufacturing industries.\nFamiliarity with EEE (Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical) component lifecycle management, including obsolescence tracking, part alternates, and qualification requirements.\nKnowledge of PCB and PCBA manufacturing processes and traceability standards.\nAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics related to electronic assemblies.\nExperience with AS9100 quality management systems and U.S. export control (ITAR/EAR) compliance.\nStrong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and balance multiple complex projects.\nComfortable working in a high-stress environment and adjusting quickly to evolving strategic priorities.\nAdditional Requirements:\nAbility to travel up to 20% of the time.\nWillingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.\nPay Range: \nDemand Planner II: $85,000-$120,000\nSenior Demand Planner: $98,000 - $140,000\nStaff Demand Planner: $123,000 - $175,000\nPay Range: California\n$85,000—$175,000 USD\nWe calibrate level and compensation to the selected candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. We welcome applicants across a range of experience levels to apply.\nCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS\n\nBase salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand. Salary is just one component of our comprehensive compensation package. Full-time employees also receive company equity, as well as access to a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 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 of vacation 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, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.\n\nU.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS\n The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. 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