Senior Tube Bender and Fabricator, 2nd Shift

Vast; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Vast is seeking a Senior Tube Bender and Fabricator to support the development of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. The successful candidate will operate bending machinery, ensuring quality and accuracy in fabrication. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits in a pioneering space exploration environment.

Benefits

100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents

Flexible paid time off

Paid parental leave

Short and long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Access to a 401(k) retirement plan

Exceptional food perks, including free snacks and meals

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience operating tube bending machinery.
• Proficient use of mechanical hand tools, scales, calipers, and protractors.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate bending machines to bend metal tubes.
• Inspect tubes for defects and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Perform routine maintenance on bending machinery.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Mechanical Aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world’s first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. 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 a Senior Tube Bender and Fabricator to support our second shift. In this role you will be reporting to the Senior Manager of Advanced Manufacturing, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. You will be responsible for operating bending machinery to shape metal tubing according to specifications. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for producing high-quality work.

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

Shift hours:

Second Shift: 3pm - 12:30am

Responsibilities:

• Setup and operate bending machines to bend metal tubes according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Inspect tubes for defects and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Adjust machine settings and tooling setup to ensure accurate bending angles and dimensions.
• Calibration of CNC Tube Bender on a routine basis
• Perform routine maintenance on bending machinery to ensure optimal performance.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve production goals, improve tube routing design and deadlines.
• Follow safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Remove burrs, sharp edges, and other imperfections from fabricated tubes using facers, deburring tools, scotchbrite and other finishing methods.
• Record production data, materials used, and any issues encountered during fabrication.
• Assembling tubes, aligning parts, and securing them in place.
• Prepare tubes for fabrication, cutting them to specified lengths using saws, shears, or other cutting equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience operating tube bending machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient use of mechanical hand tools, scales, calipers, and protractors.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience in interpreting CAD
• Excellent attention to detail and quality orientation.
• Understand quality standards and specification, including tight tolerances, surface finishes, and dimensional accuracy.
• Experience with Romer Arms to provide reports.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.

Salary Range: California $33 — $45 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: 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, 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, 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.