Integration Technician I

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Vast is seeking an Integration Technician in Long Beach to support assembly, testing, and integration of flight hardware for Haven-1 and beyond.

The role requires experience in hardware assembly, reading technical drawings, and working in a fast-paced aerospace setting. Strong teamwork and communication are essential, with opportunities for overtime and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of hardware assembly, test or installation experience.
• FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license preferred.
• Experience reading technical drawings and manuals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and test flight hardware.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• Perform high pressure pneumatic testing.
• Collaborate with engineers and quality personnel.
• Operate tools and equipment safely and efficiently.

Skills

Hardware assembly experience

Reading technical drawings

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Precision measuring instruments

Forklifts and heavy equipment

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
• vision coverage for employees and dependents
• generous paid time off
• up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff
• 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
• other discounts and perks
• exceptional food perks
• snacks
• drip coffee & onsite barista
• cold drinks
• dinner meals remaining free of charge
• lunch subsidized

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.