Integration Technician (I, II, III)

Overview

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world's first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. 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.

Vast is looking for an Integration Technician (open to levels I, II, & III) to support vehicle integration operations including the build of Avionics, Propulsion, and Structures systems for Haven-1 and beyond. This will be a full-time, non-exempt position in our Long Beach location.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and test flight hardware.
• Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers.
• Hands on operations with both large and small fragile assemblies.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions.
• Perform high pressure pneumatic testing.
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions.
• Use various mechanical tools without instruction.
• Collaborate with production engineers and quality personnel to develop and document activities.
• Have a working understanding of standard industry ESD best practices.
• Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

Additional Requirements

Pay Range

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary Range : California $21 — $48 USD. 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 : 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, 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, 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.

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