Manager, Engineering Information Systems

Vast is looking for a Manager, Engineering Information Systems, reporting to the Director, Information Systems, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. 

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

Responsibilities: 

• Own and manage the overall strategy and execution of NX/Teamcenter, Ansys, and other enterprise-level CAE systems.
• Lead a team of experienced NX/Teamcenter administrators, provide mentorship, guidance, and foster hands-on, execution-oriented culture.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, analysis teams, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to align system functionality with business needs.
• Define, prioritize, and execute the product roadmap for system upgrades, enhancements, and new rollouts.
• Ensure system scalability, security, and efficiency to support Vast’s rapid growth in the aerospace sector.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify process improvement opportunities and implement technology solutions.
• Provide leadership in troubleshooting, resolving system issues, and ensuring minimal downtime and operational impact.
• Act as a thought leader in the continuous improvement of Vast’s information systems landscape, staying ahead of industry trends and best practices.
• Lead by example in a start-up environment, willing to dive into details and execute directly as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience managing enterprise information systems, including NX/Teamcenter, CAE tools, and interfaces to MES, preferably in an aerospace, manufacturing, or high-tech environment.
• Proven experience managing a team of technical product managers or business systems analysts.
• Strong understanding of business processes and the ability to align technology solutions with organizational goals.
• Hands-on experience with system rollouts and upgrades, from planning to execution.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with a track record of fostering a culture of accountability and ownership.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment with a “get it done” mentality.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience working on ambiguous problems.
• Ability to creatively solve problems and bring multiple disciplines together while assessing risk and making design and development decisions with incomplete data sets.
• Strong sense of accountability and integrity with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with data analytics and systems integration.
• Experience with MES software and the hardware engineering processes.
• Experience with full-lifecycle product development.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted.
• Specific certifications, as appropriate.

Pay Range:

• Manager, Engineering Information Systems : $125,000 - $180,000
• Senior Manager, Engineering Information Systems: $170,000 - $230,000