Integration Technician

Socket.dev; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Meals and drinks

Job summary

Vast in Long Beach is seeking an Integration Technician on 2nd shift to support development of systems for Haven Station. This full‑time, non‑exempt role reports to the Supervisor, Integration and is based in Long Beach.

You will assemble, install, and test flight hardware, read and interpret technical drawings, and operate precision tools while collaborating with engineers to ensure safety and quality in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 6+ years of hardware assembly, test, and/or installation experience.
• Experience in aerospace or high-reliability environments preferred.
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs and work in tight spaces.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and test flight hardware in accordance with procedures, specifications, and test instructions
• Read and interpret technical drawings and follow detailed work instructions to execute integration operations
• Operate precision calibrated tools including torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers
• Perform hands‑on operations with both large and small fragile assemblies, maintaining careful handling throughout
• Perform high-pressure pneumatic testing
• Operate various mechanical hand and power tools without supervision
• Collaborate with production engineers and quality personnel to develop, execute, and document integration activities
• Maintain compliance with standard industry ESD best practices during all operations
• Ensure all work is performed on time, safely, and to the highest quality standards
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support an efficient and effective work environment

Skills

Hardware assembly

Reading technical drawings

Tool handling

ESD compliance

Team communication

Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Micrometers

Torque wrenches

Job description

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 an Integration Technician, 2nd Shift, reporting to the Supervisor, Integration, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.

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

Shift

• 2nd shift: 2:00pm - 10:30pm

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and test flight hardware in accordance with procedures, specifications, and test instructions
• Read and interpret technical drawings and follow detailed work instructions to execute integration operations
• Operate precision calibrated tools including torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers
• Perform hands‑on operations with both large and small fragile assemblies, maintaining careful handling throughout
• Perform high-pressure pneumatic testing
• Operate various mechanical hand and power tools without supervision
• Collaborate with production engineers and quality personnel to develop, execute, and document integration activities
• Maintain compliance with standard industry ESD best practices during all operations
• Ensure all work is performed on time, safely, and to the highest quality standards
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support an efficient and effective work environment

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 6+ years of experience in hardware assembly, test, and/or installation

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military, or other high-reliability operating environments
• Experience in the assembly and testing of propulsion systems, avionics components, and harnesses
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license
• Experience working with flight hardware in a fast-paced production environment
• Skilled in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and reports
• NASA-STD-8739.3 and NASA-STD-8739.4 certification (currently or previously held)
• IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-620, and IPC-J-STD-001 certification (currently or previously held)
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments
• Experience working in a cleanroom environment
• Experience operating forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with engineering and production personnel
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing roles and responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
• Proficiency with computers, including MS Office and Google Workspace

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed to support critical mission milestones
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs unassisted
• Ability to climb ladders and work comfortably in tight or confined spaces
• Willingness to travel for extended periods (weeks at a time) to support vehicle testing and integration at remote sites including Mojave, Ohio, and Florida

Pay Range: California $23 - $57 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: 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, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high‑quality meals for employees.

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.