Integration Technician I

Vast; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Meal perks and on-site refreshments

Job summary

Vast in Long Beach is seeking an Integration Technician to support the build and integration of avionics, propulsion, and structures for Haven-1 and future modules. The role is full-time and non-exempt in our Long Beach facility, with travel for testing as needed.

The position requires 1+ year hardware assembly experience, ability to read technical drawings, and use precision tools. The candidate should work well in a team and adhere to safety and ESD standards.

Qualifications

• 1+ year hardware assembly, test, and/or installation experience.
• Experience reading/understanding technical drawings and manuals.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers).
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with flight hardware.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and test flight hardware.
• Read and follow detailed work instructions and procedures.
• Ensure work is performed safely and on time; maintain quality standards.
• Work with engineers and QA to document activities.

Skills

1+ year hardware assembly

Reading technical drawings

Use precision measuring instruments

Team collaboration

Safety and ESD best practices

Willing to travel for testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Torque wrenches

Micrometers

Calipers

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 (fixed term), 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 role will support vehicle integration operations including the build of Avionics, Propulsion, and Structures systems for Haven-1 and beyond.

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

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and test flight hardware.
• Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers.
• Hands on operations with both large and small fragile assemblies.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions.
• Perform high pressure pneumatic testing.
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions.
• Use various mechanical tools without instruction.
• Collaborate with production engineers and quality personnel to develop and document activities.
• Have a working understanding of standard industry ESD best practices.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in hardware assembly, test, and/or installation.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military, or other high-reliability operating environments.
• Experience in the assembly and testing of propulsion systems, avionic components, and harnesses.
• FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license.
• Experience in a fast-paced production environment with flight hardware.
• Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity.
• A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals, and reports.
• NASA-STD-8739.3 & NASA-STD-8739.4 certification (currently or previously held).
• IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-620, & IPC-J-STD-001 (currently or previously held).
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments.
• Experience working in a cleanroom environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production.
• Proficient with computers and the ability to use MS Office and Google Workspace.
• Experience with forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Additional Requirements

• 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 when needed from weeks at a time to support vehicle testing and integration (Mojave, Ohio, Florida).

Pay Range: California

$22 - $32 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 by22 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.