Integration Technician

<div class="content-intro"><p>At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations 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. Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. 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, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. Our team is all-in, 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 an <strong>Integration Technician, 2nd Shift, </strong>reporting to the <strong>Supervisor, Integration</strong>, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. </p> <p>This will be a <strong>full-time</strong>, <strong>non-exempt </strong>position in our <strong>Long Beach</strong> location.</p> <p><strong>Shift: </strong></p> <ul> <li>2nd shift: 2:00pm - 10:30pm </li> </ul> <p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Assemble, install, and test flight hardware in accordance with procedures, specifications, and test instructions</li> <li>Read and interpret technical drawings and follow detailed work instructions to execute integration operations</li> <li>Operate precision calibrated tools including torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers</li> <li>Perform hands-on operations with both large and small fragile assemblies, maintaining careful handling throughout</li> <li>Perform high-pressure pneumatic testing</li> <li>Operate various mechanical hand and power tools without supervision</li> <li>Collaborate with production engineers and quality personnel to develop, execute, and document integration activities</li> <li>Maintain compliance with standard industry ESD best practices during all operations</li> <li>Ensure all work is performed on time, safely, and to the highest quality standards</li> <li>Perform other related duties as assigned to support an efficient and effective work environment</li> </ul> <p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalency certificate</li> <li>6+ years of experience in hardware assembly, test, and/or installation</li> </ul> <p><strong>Preferred Skills &amp; Experience:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military, or other high-reliability operating environments</li> <li>Experience in the assembly and testing of propulsion systems, avionics components, and harnesses</li> <li>FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&amp;P) license</li> <li>Experience working with flight hardware in a fast-paced production environment</li> <li>Skilled in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and reports</li> <li>NASA-STD-8739.3 and NASA-STD-8739.4 certification (currently or previously held)</li> <li>IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-620, and IPC-J-STD-001 certification (currently or previously held)</li> <li>Proficiency with precision measuring instruments</li> <li>Experience working in a cleanroom environment</li> <li>Experience operating forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment</li> <li>Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with engineering and production personnel</li> <li>Ability to adapt quickly to changing roles and responsibilities in a dynamic work environment</li> <li>Proficiency with computers, including MS Office and Google Workspace</li> </ul> <p><strong>Additional Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Willingness to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed to support critical mission milestones</li> <li>Ability to lift at least 25 lbs unassisted</li> <li>Ability to climb ladders and work comfortably in tight or confined spaces</li> <li>Willingness to travel for extended periods (weeks at a time) to support vehicle testing and integration at remote sites including Mojave, Ohio, and Florida</li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Pay Range: California</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$23</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$57 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p style="line-height: 1;"><strong>COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS<br></strong><br>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 &amp; 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.</p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><strong><br>U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS<br><br></strong>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 href="https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/section-120.62">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.<br><br></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><strong>EQUAL OPPORTUNITY</strong><br><br>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.</p></div>