Operations Specialist Operations Long Beach, CA

Vast Space Llc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Lunch subsidies

Job summary

Vast is hiring an Operations Specialist in Long Beach to support daily office and operational needs, moves, and setup tasks. You will help ensure spaces are organized, stocked, and ready for teams, while learning Vast’s core systems and safety standards.

This is a fast-paced, full-time non-exempt role supporting a growing space-focused operations team. Responsibilities include furniture assembly, onboarding setups, inventory tasks, event support, and following established procedures to maintain

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in operations, facilities, workplace services, logistics, hospitality, retail operations, or a related hands-on support role.
• Ability to follow clear instructions, complete assigned tasks, and communicate issues promptly.
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 lbs unassisted.
• Experience managing day-to-day office operations and workspace readiness.
• Basic familiarity with ticketing, inventory tracking, or vendor coordination.
• Knowledge of space planning, safety, and operational workflows.

Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing, moving, and staging equipment and supplies.
• Assemble furniture and prepare workstations for new hires, including desks, chairs, and file cabinets.
• Support onboarding setups and day-to-day workspace readiness.
• Stock office, shop, and operational supplies as needed.
• Assist with event setup and breakdown.
• Perform basic equipment moves up to 40 lbs unassisted.
• Complete assigned tickets, checklists, and daily task lists.
• Escalate issues, risks, or missing information to senior team members.
• Follow safety protocols and operational procedures.
• Support general office and operations tasks as assigned.

Skills

Operations experience

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Attention to detail

Communication

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 a(n) Operations Specialist, to supportdaily office and operational needs by executing assigned tasks, assisting with moves and setups, and maintaining organized, stocked, and functional workspaces. This role is focused on learning Vast’s core systems, safety standards, and operational workflows while helping ensure teams have the space, equipment, and supplies needed to execute.

This will be a full-time,non-exempt position located in ourLong Beachlocation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing, moving, and staging equipment and supplies
• Assemble furniture and prepare workstations for new hires, including desks, chairs, and file cabinets
• Support onboarding setups and day-to-day workspace readiness
• Stock office, shop, and operational supplies as needed
• Assist with event setup and breakdown
• Perform basic equipment moves up to 40 lbs unassisted
• Complete assigned tickets, checklists, and daily task lists
• Escalate issues, risks, or missing information to senior team members
• Follow safety protocols and operational procedures
• Support general office and operations tasks as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in operations, facilities, workplace services, logistics, hospitality, retail operations, or a related hands-on support role
• Ability to follow clear instructions, complete assigned tasks, and communicate issues promptly
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 lbs unassisted

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting office operations, facilities, events, moves, or workspace setups
• Familiarity with ticketing systems, inventory tracking, or vendor coordination
• Basic understanding of space planning, workplace safety, and operational workflows
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and task execution skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Positive, service-oriented approach to supporting internal teams

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work overtime, evenings, or weekends to support critical mission milestones or operational needs
• Ability to work in office, shop, and operational environments
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs unassisted
• Specific certifications, as appropriate
• Must have a valid drivers license and clean driving record

Pay Range: California

$24.50 - $42 USD

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• medical coverage for employees and dependents
• dental coverage for employees and dependents
• 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-term disability insurance
• 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.

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As set forth in Vast’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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