Deburr Technician

Vast • Long Beach, CA

18h • $19 - $43 • Onsite

About The Position

Vast is seeking a Deburr Technician to support development of systems for the design and build of artificial-gravity, human-rated space stations. Reporting to the Supervisor, Machine Shop, this full-time, non-exempt position is based at Vast’s Long Beach (Gardenia Avenue) location. The technician smooths and processes machined components, polishes surfaces while preserving precise tolerances, and operates mass-finishing equipment. The role also supports adjacent production processes, maintains workflow and shop organization, and contributes to process improvement.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent years of work experience.
• At least 1 year of professional experience in a production environment or factory.
• Availability to work all required shift hours, overtime, and weekends as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to perform repetitive movements, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to work around sounds, noise levels, and typical shop chemicals, including coolant, solvents, and cleaners.
• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
• Willingness to share knowledge and train others on core processes and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of experience in deburring using various techniques and manual and automated equipment.
• Experience working in a machine shop.
• Familiarity with basic blueprint reading.
• Proficiency using measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, profilometers, and borescopes.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings to maintain part specifications.
• Smooth and process machined components after machining.
• Polish surface finishes without altering precise tolerances.
• Operate a mass-finishing barrel tumbler using specified recipes for particular parts and materials.
• Meet productivity expectations and production goals.
• Maintain a tidy and efficient work environment.
• Ensure a constant flow of products and promptly notify management when production is hindered.
• Contribute ideas for process improvements.
• Perform hand tapping and install inserts.
• Support adjacent processes, including part marking and rough cleaning.

Benefits

• Company equity for full-time employees.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
• Paid time off, including vacation of up to 10+ days 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.
• Other discounts and perks.
• Free snacks, drip coffee, cold drinks, and dinner meals; subsidized lunch.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED