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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 August 2025. 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 a Shop Technician II, reporting to the E-2 Principal Engineer, to create the world’s highest performing engine for small launchers, while optimizing for production and low cost. In this role, you will join a team with exciting momentum that has produced and successfully tested fully integrated engine development samples. You will be a key member who will help transition the system from development to production.
This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Hawthorne location.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with shop duties as required daily
- Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on various shop equipment to ensure optimal operation and safety
- Contact and manage support from external vendors for shop needs
- Monitor, manage and source inventory levels for tools and shop supplies
- Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines, maintaining a clean and organized work enviroment
- Use various mechanical tools without instruction
- Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 3+ years experience in maintenance, hardware assembly and/or testing in a manufacturing or aerospace environment
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military or other high-reliability operating environments
- Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity
- A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals and reports
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
- Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production
- Proficient with computers and the ability to use MS Office
- Experience with forklifts, cranes and heavy equipment
- Implement continuous improvements on shop floor to increase productivity
Additional Requirements:
- Willingness to travel occasionally (up to 25% of the time)
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
- Ability to stand for extended periods, up to 8 hours
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
Salary Range: California
$23—$35 USD
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
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 15 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, free catered meals and snacks and beverages, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.
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.
