Manufacturing Technician, Mechanical Assemblies (2nd Shift)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) program

Wellness benefits

Free meals

Job summary

Vast is hiring a Manufacturing Technician for Mechanical Assemblies on the 2nd shift in Long Beach, CA. The role supports subassembly operations including structures and thermal control systems for Haven-1 and beyond.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, with 2:00pm–10:30pm shift hours. Expect to work with precise tools, read specs, and collaborate with engineers and quality staff to ensure timely, compliant production.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Strong collaboration and communication with engineering and production teams.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and follow detailed work instructions.
• Experience with New Product Introduction/Development (NPI).
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments and work with calibrated tools.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble flight hardware using drilling, fastening, bonding, and other processes.
• Use precision calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers.
• Follow procedures, specifications, and test instructions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and quality personnel to document work instructions.
• Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely and professionally.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Technical drawings

NPI experience

Education

High school diploma

FAA A&P license

Job description

Manufacturing Technician, Mechanical Assemblies (Second Shift)

Long Beach, California, United States

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 Manufacturing Technicians, Mechanical Assemblies - 2nd Shift 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 ourLong Beach location.

2nd Shift Hours: 2:00pm to 10:30pm

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

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

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.