<div><p>At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world’s first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. Our team is<strong> all-in</strong>, 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.</p></div><p>Vast is looking for a <strong>Senior Manager of Events</strong> reporting to the <strong>Director of Marketing Operations</strong>, who will assist with the planning, organization, and execution of events that reflect and promote Vast’s mission. This role will focus on event logistics and construction management (tradeshow booths), booking travel, project management, and ensuring smooth execution through real-time organization and problem solving.</p> <p>This will be a full-time, <strong>exempt</strong> position located in our <strong>Long Beach</strong> location.</p> <h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Lead end-to-end planning and execution of all event-based marketing initiatives, including three major industry trade shows annually and a series of bespoke on-site and off-site events</li> <li>Boots on the ground, on-site event execution, serving as a point of contact during live events to manage real-time logistics, troubleshoot issues, and ensure every aspect runs smoothly, from last-minute build adjustments to managing staff and vendor coordination under pressure</li> <li>Act as project manager for each event, owning timelines, budgets, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination, including travel logistics, to ensure seamless execution</li> <li>Directly manage and liaise with external tradespeople including exhibit builders, carpenters, A/V teams, lighting designers, and other specialists to ensure flawless booth construction and activation</li> <li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders across marketing, business development, facilities, and executive leadership to align event strategies and needs</li> <li>Own and maintain detailed documentation including production schedules, layouts, booth designs, and post-event debriefs</li> <li>Assist with vendor selection and management, including RFPs, contract negotiation, and performance evaluation</li> <li>Ensure compliance with safety, legal, and regulatory requirements related to on-site construction and event operations</li> <li>Support creative and brand alignment, ensuring all event assets, experiences, and messaging reflect brand standards and storytelling objectives</li> <li>Measure and report on event performance, providing insights and recommendations to improve future programs</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Minimum Qualifications</strong></h3> <ul> <li>7+ years of experience in event management, with a focus on trade shows, corporate events, and experiential activations</li> <li>Proven ability to manage large-scale, complex projects with multiple stakeholders, vendors, and moving parts</li> <li>Strong understanding of event production and fabrication processes, including working directly with builders, A/V teams, and technical crews</li> <li>Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with proficiencies in spreadsheets and project management tools</li> <li>Experience managing budgets, contracts, and timelines with a track record of delivering high-quality events on time and within scope</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and represent the company professionally on-site</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Preferred Skills & Experience</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience in event management, marketing, construction, or logistics</li> <li>Familiarity with aerospace, tech, or startup environments</li> <li>Proficiency in AirTable (or project management equivalent, Google Works Suite (Slides, Docs, Sheets), and construction software like CAD</li> <li>Experience working on large-scale or high-profile events</li> <li>Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to fast-paced environments</li> <li>Passion for Vast’s mission and enthusiasm for contributing to space exploration</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Additional Requirements</strong></h3> <ul> <li><strong>Willingness to travel</strong> as needed to support event execution</li> <li><strong>Ability to work onsite</strong> at Vast’s Long Beach location to collaborate closely with the team</li> </ul><div><div><div>Salary Range: California</div><div><span>$105,000</span><span>—</span><span>$135,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div><div><strong>COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS</strong></div> <div> </div> <div>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 a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, 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, 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.</div> <div> <p><strong>U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS</strong></p> 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 <a>22 C.F.R. § 120.62</a> 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.</div> <div> </div> <p><strong>EQUAL OPPORTUNITY</strong></p> <div>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.</div></div>