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.
Vast is looking for an Events Manager, reporting to the Senior Manager of Experience, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of human-rated space stations.
This person will support events from concept development to on-the-ground execution. You’ll support the execution of events both internal and external for Vast. These include domestic and international industry conferences, business development events, and VIP experiences. You’ll help ensure every event is thoughtfully executed, on brand, and delivered with excellence.
This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Responsibilities:
- Execute events including trade shows, internal events, industry events, and partner activations
- Support end-to-end event management: concepting, logistics, vendor coordination, and execution
- Coordinate with vendors (AV, catering, venues, etc.) to ensure seamless delivery
- Develop and maintain run-of-show documents, timelines, and event schedules
- Manage event logistics including travel, shipping, setup, and breakdown
- Coordinate on-site execution, ensuring seamless delivery and high service standards
- Implement and manage registration, credentialing, and access control systems
- Ensure brand consistency across all event touchpoints and materials
- Troubleshoot and problem-solve in real time during event execution
- Track budgets, invoices, and event expenses
- Collaborate with marketing, design, and leadership teams to align on event goals
- Support post-event wrap-ups including recaps, reporting, and learnings
Required Qualifications
- 3-5 years of experience managing events for an organization as an internal event lead
- Experience supporting live events, activations, or productions
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Ability to manage multiple moving pieces under tight timelines
- Excellent communication and vendor coordination skills
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving ability
- Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as needed for events
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on large-scale or high-visibility events
- Experience in aerospace, tech, or highly regulated industries
- Knowledge of event budgeting and cost tracking
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS
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. This status includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Vast Long Beach, California, USA Office
2851 Orange Ave, Long Beach, CA, United States, 90755
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