2026 Fall Internship - Supplier Quality Engineering Intern

Vast is looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer Intern, reporting to the Staff Electronics Piece Parts Engineer to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of human‑rated space stations. This will be a full‑time 12‑week internship located in Long Beach, CA. Responsibilities Communicate screening and testing requirements to various internal departments (e.g. Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Mission Assurance, Materials and Processes, Manufacturing) and to external suppliers. Submit Request for Quote to external suppliers for screening and testing of EEE components. Document the results of component screening and testing. Obtain and record test report data, reliability data, and supplier quality data. Assist in the development and implementation of processes to screen and test various component types for suitability in spaceflight applications. Submit and receive Requests for Quote from external suppliers to conduct screening and testing of EEE components. Manage component screening, from identification of requirements to documentation of results. Obtain and record test report data and reliability data of components. Work among various internal departments to develop and conduct supplier audits. Document and record the results of supplier audits. Identify and document supplier non‑conformances, and work with deficient suppliers to achieve the requirements of Vast Space. Analyze and communicate the requirements of published industry standards as applicable to EEE parts used in the high‑reliability environment of spaceflight applications. Minimum Qualifications Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or other related engineering disciplines. Ability to work full‑time onsite in Long Beach, CA. Preferred Skills & Experience Experience with facilities within an aerospace industry. Familiar with space planning procedures and operations. Knowledge of computer applications and the ability to easily navigate through different computer software programs. Ability to create and update request for proposals (RFPs), purchase orders (POs) and facilities work orders in an enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to make independent judgments with limited information. Communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in‑writing) between other employees, vendors, and customers. Logical and strategic approach to solving problems. Comfortable working in a high‑stress environment balancing several projects at any given time, and the flexibility to adjust for abrupt changes in strategic direction. Additional Requirements Willingness to work overtime or weekends to support critical mission milestones. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted. Pay Range Engineering Bachelor’s: $35/hr Engineering Master’s: $40/hr Compensation and Benefits Base 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 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 offer 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 commitment to providing high‑quality meals for employees. 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vast