Senior Aerospace Materials Testing Technician

Frontdoor Defense; Long Beach (CA); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 77.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company equity

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous PTO

Parental leave

401(k) retirement plan

ClassPass credits

Free meals

Descripción de la vacante

Vast is seeking a Senior Materials Testing Technician to lead hands-on testing for spacecraft hardware at our Long Beach facility. You will prepare samples, operate lab equipment, and collect data to support material evaluation, qualification, and flight readiness.

You will work with cross-functional teams to follow ASTM and NASA standards, maintain records, and help troubleshoot issues while supporting safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, testing, inspection, quality, or hands-on technical environment.
• Strong ability to follow written technical procedures and test specifications.
• Proven ability to accurately collect, document, and communicate technical data.
• Proficiency with measurement tools and laboratory equipment.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Excel and electronic documentation systems.
• Strong attention to detail and material traceability.

Responsabilidades

• Perform hands-on materials testing and characterization for spacecraft development and production.
• Prepare, label, track, and document material specimens and test samples per procedures.
• Set up and operate laboratory test equipment to evaluate mechanical and environmental properties.
• Collect, organize, and document test data with accuracy and traceability.
• Support materials and processes engineers with qualification and validation testing.
• Maintain laboratory records, calibration status, and safe operation of equipment.

Conocimientos

Lab experience

Excel skills

Data accuracy

Technical procedures

Educación

Associate degree

Technical certification

Herramientas

Syft

TGA

FTIR

DSC

Flammability

Descripción del empleo

Vast is seeking a Senior Materials Testing Technician to lead hands-on testing for spacecraft hardware at our Long Beach facility. You will prepare samples, operate lab equipment, and collect data to support material evaluation, qualification, and flight readiness.

You will work with cross-functional teams to follow ASTM and NASA standards, maintain records, and help troubleshoot issues while supporting safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced aerospace environment.