Manufacturing Technician, Mechanical Assemblies

Vast; City of Long Beach (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage for employees and de-

Dental and vision coverage

Generous paid time off

Vacation days & cash-out options

Parental leave

Disability and life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

ClassPass credits

Spring Health mental healthcare

Onsite meals and snacks

Job summary

Vast is hiring a Manufacturing Technician, Mechanical Assemblies, to support subassembly operations for Haven-1 and beyond in Long Beach, CA. The role focuses on building Structures and Thermal Control Systems with precision drilling and measurement, collaborating with engineers to document procedures and ensure timely, safe production.

Ideal candidates have NPI experience, read technical drawings, and can work flexible shifts including overtime.

Qualifications

• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with engineering and production teams.
• Experience with New Product Introduction/Development.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and follow instructions.
• Precision drilling experience (±0.001).

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble flight hardware using drilling, fastening, bonding.
• Use precision calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers.
• Follow procedures, specifications, and test instructions.
• Collaborate with engineers and quality to document work instructions.
• Ensure production services are on time, safe, and professional.
• Perform other related duties to maintain efficient operations.

Skills

Collaboration

Verbal and written communication

NPI experience

Read and interpret drawings

Precision drilling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license

Tools

Torque wrenches

Micrometers

Calipers

Drilling equipment

Job description

Vast is developing next-generation space stations and space infrastructure using an incremental, hardware-rich, and low-cost approach. Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station 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. 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 in 2027, followed by additional Haven modules. Additionally, the company recently announced Vast Satellite, a high-power satellite product line leveraging its space station components and the heritage of Haven Demo.

Headquartered in Long Beach, California, and with more than 1,000 employees and over a billion dollars in private capital, Vast has built the facilities required to manufacture and operate America’s next space station. The company plans to develop future habitats and systems for the Moon and Mars, dedicated space stations for government partners, and other crewed systems that will unlock the expanding long-term space economy.

Vast is looking for Manufacturing Technicians, Mechanical Assemblies - to support subassembly operations including the build of Structures and Thermal Control Systems for Haven-1 and beyond.

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

1st Shift Hours: 6:00am to 2:30pm

Responsibilities:

• Manufacture and assemble flight hardware using drilling, fastening, bonding, and other processes
• Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers
• Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and quality personnel to develop and document work instructions
• 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:

• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production
• Experience with NPI (New Product Introduction/Development)
• Read and interpret technical drawings and follow detailed work instructions
• Precision drilling experience (± .001)

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• High school diploma, equivalency certificate, or equivalent work experience
• FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license
• Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military, medical device, or other high-reliability operating environments
• Demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals, and reports
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments
• Experience working in a cleanroom environment
• Experience with forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment

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 if needed to support vehicle testing and integration (Mojave, Ohio, Florida)

Pay Range: California $21.33 — $50 USD

We calibrate level and compensation to the selected candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. We welcome applicants across a range of experience levels to apply.

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 coverage for employees and dependents
• 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
• other discounts and perks
• exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge
• lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees

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.