Startup California Last reviewed March 2026

Vast Space

Developing low-cost, artificial gravity space stations to enable long-term human spaceflight.

Overview

Vast Space is a startup developing commercial space stations designed to support long-duration human habitation in low Earth orbit. The company is building Haven-1, planned as one of the first privately owned crewed space stations, featuring artificial gravity concepts to address the health challenges of extended spaceflight. Vast aims to provide orbital research facilities and habitation modules for government astronauts, private crews, and commercial researchers.

AI Outlook

Exploring

Vast is exploring AI for space station systems management and life support optimization.

Student Hiring

Internship Program Entry-Level Friendly
Application Tip: Building the first commercial space station. Long Beach, CA based. Fast-growing team.