Manufacturing Technician, Mechanical Assemblies (Second Shift)

Vast•Long Beach, CA

8h•$21 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

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. Vast is looking for Manufacturing Technicians, Mechanical Assemblies - 2nd Shift to support subassembly operations including the build of Structures and Thermal Control Systems for Haven-1 and beyond.

Requirements

Strong collaboration and communication skills
Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production
Experience with NPI (New Product Introduction/Development)
Read and interpret technical drawings and follow detailed work instructions
Precision drilling experience (± .001)

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, equivalency certificate, or equivalent work experience
FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license
Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military, medical device, or other high-reliability operating environments
Demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals, and reports
Ability to use precision measuring instruments
Experience working in a cleanroom environment
Experience with forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment

Responsibilities

Manufacture and assemble flight hardware using drilling, fastening, bonding, and other processes
Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers
Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and quality personnel to develop and document work instructions
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