Vast

Vast is a space technology company founded in 2021 and based in Long Beach, California. The company is dedicated to developing next-generation space stations that will support long-term human habitation in space. Its flagship project, Haven-1, is a single-module space station set to launch in 2025 aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. Haven-1 will feature a large central window for stunning views of Earth and an integrated fitness center. Following this, Haven-2 is planned as a micro-gravity laboratory to succeed the International Space Station. Vast has strategically brought manufacturing in-house and acquired Launcher in 2023, enhancing its capabilities for future space deployments. The company has partnered with SpaceX for the launch of its space stations and has agreements with The Exploration Company for cargo services related to Haven-2. Vast aims to sell seats on its crewed missions, including the Vast-1 mission to Haven-1, with crew training provided by SpaceX. The company's vision is to create sustainable habitats that enable humanity to thrive beyond Earth.

Defense & Space Long Beach, United States Founded 2021 ~556 employees

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Employees
556
+9% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Annual revenue
~$2M
12-month attrition
15.1%
Tech: 14.2%
H1B filings, FY2025
1
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
82
Last 30 days

Salaries at Vast

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10 salary profiles in India

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · US salaries

Layoffs

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46 roles cut in the last 12 months.

  • Aug 2026 · 46 roles (~4%) · Los Angeles, United States

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H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
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Vast FAQ

How many employees does Vast have?

Vast has about 556 employees, up 9% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does Vast sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Vast filed 1 H1B (LCA) application in FY2025, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. It was for a Engineering role.

Has Vast had layoffs in 2026?

Yes. Vast has reported 46 layoffs in 2026, most recently on Aug 19, 2026.

How much does Vast pay?

6figr has 10 salary profiles for Vast in India and 3 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the Vast salaries page. See Vast salaries in India

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.