Senior Integration Technician - Fluid Test

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 Senior Integration Technician, reporting to the Sr. Manager, Integration, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. Use this space to describe the role and sell the candidate on the cool stuff they would get to work on.

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

Responsibilities

* Build and test high-pressure fluid and gas systems on Haven-1 vehicle and test articles.

* Perform vehicle fluid system functional checks, high-pressure proof and leak tests, and hazardous operations.

* Build and maintain test facilities, GSE, propellant, high-pressure, and cryogenic systems.

* Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems.

* Conduct field test operations including high-pressure system operation, fluid fill/drain/handling, and sensor monitoring.

* Read and interpret Plumbing and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).

* Execute aerospace integration practices including safety cabling, helicoil installation, and fastener/fitting torque.

* Operate heavy machinery (forklift, overhead equipment, etc.).

* Implement continuous improvements to increase safety and test site productivity.

* Adhere to, enforce, and improve test processes and best practices.

* Work alongside engineers to build, test, and maintain fluid systems.

Minimum Qualifications

* High school diploma or equivalency certificate.

* 8+ years of experience in production, mechanical, or manufacturing environment.

* Hands-on hardware integration and high-pressure testing experience.

Preferred Skills & Experience

* Tube fitting and bending experience with common industry fitting systems.

* Experience with gaseous oxygen (GOx), liquid propellant, and cryogenic handling and systems maintenance.

Additional Requirements

* Ability to travel for vehicle test support (20%) including extended travel for final vehicle test.

* Ability to work overtime, varying hours, shifts, and weekends to support critical mission milestones.

* Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces; physically able to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted.

* Ability to perform in a fast-paced, rapidly changing work environment.

Pay Range

* Senior Integration Technician: $40.00 - $50.00

Pay Range:
California

$40-$50 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, 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, Class Pass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.

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