3D Animator
VASTLong Beach, California, United States
Posted August 20, 2025
75000 - 125000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
VAST, founded in 2021 by Jed McCaleb, is developing advanced space stations aimed at enabling long-term human habitation in orbit. The company's key projects include Haven-1, set to be the world's first commercial space station launching in 2026, and Haven-2, designed for NASA's Commercial LEO Destinations program as a micro-gravity laboratory. VAST's vision extends to creating artificial gravity habitats, positioning it at the forefront of making space travel accessible and sustainable for all.
Job Description
Vast is a space exploration company building artificial gravity space stations for long-term stays in space. They are seeking a 3D Animator to create visually accurate and technically sound animations for future space habitation projects, working closely with engineering teams. The role involves 3D modeling, texturing, rendering, and project management.
Requirements
- Create high-quality, realistic animations of aerospace hardware.
- Work closely with engineering teams to understand technical specifications.
- Handle the rendering, compositing, and post-production of animations.
Benefits
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
- Flexible paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- 10 days of vacation
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- ClassPass credits
- Personalized mental healthcare
- Food perks
