Vast
Test Technician (Second Shift)
Long Beach, California, United States · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$29k-$47kDetected 7 days ago
SolidWorksAutoCADPhotographyResearchCommunicationProblem Solving
About the role
- 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.
- If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.
- This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Responsibilities
- Perform post-test inspections and damage assessments, documenting results through photography, measurements, and detailed written reports
- Perform risk assessments, hazard analyses (JHAs/JHAs), and pre-task briefings prior to each test run
- Maintain and perform routine preventative maintenance on light gas guns, vacuum chambers, and associated test range equipment
- Maintain accurate test logs, equipment maintenance records, and inventory of test materials and consumables
- Collaborate with engineers and other technicians to troubleshoot equipment issues and improve test procedures
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe test facilities in accordance with 5S principles
- Support test planning activities by providing technical input on equipment capabilities, test setup requirements, and schedule feasibility
Requirements
- 1+ years of hands-on technical experience in testing, laboratory, manufacturing, or related field
- Occasional ability to travel
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
- Proficiency with CAD software (NX, SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for fixture design and test setup documentation
- Vast is looking for a Test Technician (Second Shift), reporting to the Supervisor, Structures Test, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of human-rated space stations.
Nice to have
- Preferred Skills & Experience:
Skills
- Experience with ballistic testing, hypervelocity impact testing, or materials testing operation
- Familiarity with high-speed imaging systems and data acquisition software
- Knowledge of vacuum systems, pressure vessels, or pneumatic/hydraulic equipment
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or research laboratory environments
- Understanding of impact physics, ballistics, or materials science fundamentals
- Strong attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation
- Logical problem-solving approach with ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical systems
- Demonstrated experience operating precision measurement instruments and mechanical test equipment
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and written procedures
Compensation
- 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.
Benefits
- Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand.
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.
- 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.
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