<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 (fixed term), </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 role will support vehicle integration operations including the build of Avionics, Propulsion, and Structures systems for Haven-1 and beyond. </p> <p>This will be a <strong>full</strong>-<strong>time</strong>, <strong>non-exempt </strong>position in our <strong>Long Beach</strong> location.</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Assemble, install, and test flight hardware.</li> <li>Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers.</li> <li>Hands on operations with both large and small fragile assemblies.</li> <li>Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions.</li> <li>Perform high pressure pneumatic testing.</li> <li>Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions.</li> <li>Use various mechanical tools without instruction.</li> <li>Collaborate with production engineers and quality personnel to develop and document activities.</li> <li>Have a working understanding of standard industry ESD best practices.</li> <li>Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner.</li> <li>Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong></p> <ul> <li>1+ years of experience in hardware assembly, test, and/or installation.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Preferred Skills and Qualifications:</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, avionic components, and harnesses. </li> <li>FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license.</li> <li>Experience in a fast-paced production environment with flight hardware.</li> <li>Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity.</li> <li>A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals, and reports.</li> <li>NASA-STD-8739.3 & NASA-STD-8739.4 certification (currently or previously held).</li> <li>IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-620, & IPC-J-STD-001 (currently or previously held).</li> <li>Ability to use precision measuring instruments.</li> <li>Experience working in a cleanroom environment.</li> <li>Ability to work effectively in a team environment.</li> <li>Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment.</li> <li>Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production.</li> <li>Proficient with computers and the ability to use MS Office and Google Workspace.</li> <li>Experience with forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment.</li> <li>High school diploma or equivalency certificate</li> </ul> <p><strong>Additional Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed.</li> <li>Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted.</li> <li>Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces.</li> <li>Must be willing to travel when needed from weeks at a time to support vehicle testing and integration (Mojave, Ohio, Florida).</li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Pay Range: California</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$22</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$32 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 & 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>
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