Manufacturing Technician, Mechanical Assemblies (Second Shift)

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.

This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location.

2nd Shift Hours: 2:00pm to 10:30pm

• 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

• 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)

• 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

• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed

• Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted

• Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces

• Must be willing to travel if needed to support vehicle testing and integration (Mojave, Ohio, Florida)

Pay Range: California

$21.33—$50 USD

Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience,