Senior Space Propulsion Integration Technician

Vast Space Llc.; Hawthorne, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company equity

Free meals on site

Job summary

Vast Space Llc. is hiring a Senior Integration Technician in Hawthorne, CA. You will assemble, install, test, and troubleshoot rocket engine hardware, read engineering drawings, and operate cryogenic and high-pressure systems.

This full-time, non-exempt role supports rapid iteration and cross-functional collaboration on production-ready propulsion systems. Ideal candidates have 6+ years in production or manufacturing, hands-on integration, and familiarity with aerospace propulsion testing.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in production, mechanical, or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on hardware integration and high-pressure testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and test liquid rocket engine hardware.
• Perform hands-on integration of large and small, high-precision, and fragile assemblies.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, specifications, bills of material, and P&IDs.
• Build, operate, and maintain test facilities, and fluid systems including propellant, high-pressure, and cryogenic systems.
• Conduct engine and subsystem test operations, including high-pressure operations, fluid fill/drain/handling, and real-time sensor monitoring.
• Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on fluid, mechanical, and basic electrical systems.
• Document build, test, and maintenance activities.
• Adhere to and help refine test processes, safety standards, and best practices.
• Support other shop floor teams through cross-functional collaboration and training.

Skills

Hands-on hardware integration

High-pressure testing experience

Read engineering drawings

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Job description

Vast Space Llc. is hiring a Senior Integration Technician in Hawthorne, CA. You will assemble, install, test, and troubleshoot rocket engine hardware, read engineering drawings, and operate cryogenic and high-pressure systems.

This full-time, non-exempt role supports rapid iteration and cross-functional collaboration on production-ready propulsion systems. Ideal candidates have 6+ years in production or manufacturing, hands-on integration, and familiarity with aerospace propulsion testing.