Test Technician
Quick Summary
Test Technician supporting development and testing of Environmental Control and Life Support Systems for commercial space stations at Vast.
Skills & Keywords
Responsibilities
- Fabricate, clean, and activate ground support equipment and test articles in partnership with engineering, with a focus on pressurized ground systems
- Operate, troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and modify manufacturing and testing equipment, including pressurized systems from vacuum to 20,000 psig, pneumatic and hydraulic, oxygen systems, refrigerant systems, and data and control systems
- Support development, acceptance, qualification, and investigative test campaigns via build and operation of ground support and flight equipment
- Maintain laboratory and workshop, including cleanliness, stocking of consumables, tool control, and supporting design and build infrastructure to support above activities
- Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions in support of above activities
Required Qualifications
We calibrate level and compensation to the selected candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. We welcome applicants across a range of experience levels to apply.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSBase 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.
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUSThe 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 OPPORTUNITYVast 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.
- 2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing, test, operations, HVAC or other relevant role
- High School Diploma or equivalency certificate
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
- Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
Nice to Have
- Experience in the aerospace, power and gas, military, or other high-reliability manufacturing industry
- Experience in the HVAC or industrial gas industry
- Experience with precision cleaning and assembly of precision-cleaned systems
- Experience working in a cleanroom environment
- Experience building, modifying, troubleshooting, maintaining, and operating high pressure equipment
- Experience building, modifying, troubleshooting, maintaining, and operating automation and control systems, including data acquisition systems, programmable logic controllers, etc
- Experience with hazardous systems - cryogenic, flammable, pyrophoric, hypergolic, or high voltage
- Demonstrated success in a role requiring quick thinking and problem solving
- Experience with forklifts, cranes, aerial platforms, and other industrial equipment
- Experience with JIRA project management software and Confluence
- Experience with relevant aerospace testing standards (SMC-S-016, MIL-STD-810G, GSFC-STD-7000B, etc.)
- Skilled in operation of machinery and hand tools
- Able to work effectively in a team environment
- Comfortable working in a rapidly changing, ambiguous environment balancing multiple projects with flexibility
Shift
- First Shift: 6am - 2:30pm
- Second Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm
Vast
Long Beach, CA
About Vast
Vast develops next-generation space stations and space infrastructure, including the Haven Station for continuous human presence in space and high-power satellite products.
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