Orbital Tube Welder Long , California,

At Vast, our mission is to develop next‑generation space stations that enable a continuous human presence in space. Using a hardware‑rich, low‑cost approach, we are building the multi‑module Haven Station, with the goal of creating the world’s first commercial space station by 2030.

We are looking for an Orbital Tube Welder and Fabrication Technician (1st or 2nd) who will report to the Manufacturing Manager, Tube Fabrication.

Location: Long Beach, CA

Shift options:

• First shift: 5 am – 2:30 pm
• Second shift: 2 pm – 10:30 pm

• Create and follow procedures to set up and operate the orbital welding system.
• Work from blueprints and approved drawings.
• Collaborate with engineering to provide insight into process improvements.
• Cut and prepare tubing and fittings for welding operations.
• Perform setup and maintenance of the welding system.
• Assist in training teammates in orbital tube welding.
• Weld on vehicle assemblies in coordination with final integration teams.
• Assemble and calibrate liquid controllers and systems as required.
• Inspect completed assemblies using borescope and other inspection tools.
• Proof assemblies according to company standards.
• Maintain an adequate supply of spare parts for the welding system.
• Keep work area clean, practicing “clean as you go” and general housekeeping standards.
• Provide facility support as needed.

• 3+ years of welding, machining, or manufacturing experience OR certificate from an accredited trade skills program in A&P, manufacturing, welding, and/or electronics.

• Certification from a formal orbital weld training program.
• 3+ years of orbital welding experience.
• A&P license.
• TIG welding and clean room experience.
• Experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment.

• Able to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted.
• Able to stand for extended periods (8 hours minimum).
• Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces.
• Able to work in small teams to ensure production needs are consistently met.

California – $29 – $31 USD per hour (non‑exempt).

• 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, including up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days for non‑exempt staff.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Class Pass credits and other wellness perks.
• Spring Health personalized mental health care.
• Company equity.
• Onsite food and beverage perks.

Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment 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.