Integration Technician
- Onsite
About the role
Vast is developing next-generation space stations and space infrastructure using an incremental, hardware-rich, and low-cost approach. Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world’s first commercial space station when it launches in 2027, followed by additional Haven modules. Additionally, the company recently announced Vast Satellite, a high-power satellite product line leveraging its space station components and the heritage of Haven Demo.
Headquartered in Long Beach, California, and with more than 1,000 employees and over a billion dollars in private capital, Vast has built the facilities required to manufacture and operate America’s next space station. The company plans to develop future habitats and systems for the Moon and Mars, dedicated space stations for government partners, and other crewed systems that will unlock the expanding long-term space economy.
Vast is looking for an Integration Technician, 2nd Shift, reporting to the Supervisor, Integration, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.
This will be a full-time, non-exempt position in our Long Beach location.
Shift:
- 2nd shift: 2:00pm - 10:30pm
Responsibilities:
- Assemble, install, and test flight hardware in accordance with procedures, specifications, and test instructions
- Read and interpret technical drawings and follow detailed work instructions to execute integration operations
- Operate precision calibrated tools including torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers
- Perform hands-on operations with both large and small fragile assemblies, maintaining careful handling throughout
- Perform high-pressure pneumatic testing
- Operate various mechanical hand and power tools without supervision
- Collaborate with production engineers and quality personnel to develop, execute, and document integration activities
- Maintain compliance with standard industry ESD best practices during all operations
- Ensure all work is performed on time, safely, and to the highest quality standards
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support an efficient and effective work environment
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 6+ years of experience in hardware assembly, test, and/or installation
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military, or other high-reliability operating environments
- Experience in the assembly and testing of propulsion systems, avionics components, and harnesses
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license
- Experience working with flight hardware in a fast-paced production environment
- Skilled in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and reports
- NASA-STD-8739.3 and NASA-STD-8739.4 certification (currently or previously held)
- IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-620, and IPC-J-STD-001 certification (currently or previously held)
- Proficiency with precision measuring instruments
- Experience working in a cleanroom environment
- Experience operating forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with engineering and production personnel
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing roles and responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
- Proficiency with computers, including MS Office and Google Workspace
Additional Requirements:
- Willingness to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed to support critical mission milestones
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs unassisted
- Ability to climb ladders and work comfortably in tight or confined spaces
- Willingness to travel for extended periods (weeks at a time) to support vehicle testing and integration at remote sites including Mojave, Ohio, and Florida
We calibrate level and compensation to the selected candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. We welcome applicants across a range of experience levels to apply.
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 a full suite of compelling benefits and perks, including: 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 take pride in offering exceptional 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 ongoing 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.