Space Station Fluid Systems Test Technician

Vast Space Llc.; Long Beach, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k)

Equity for full-time employees

Paid time off

Job summary

Vast Space Llc. in Long Beach, CA, is seeking an Integration Test Technician for a full-time, non-exempt role on site. You will build and test high-pressure fluid and gas systems for Haven-1, perform functional checks, and maintain test facilities with GSE and cryogenic systems.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 5+ years in production or manufacturing with hands-on hardware integration. Travel up to 20% and overtime may be required; generous benefits apply to full-time staff.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in production, mechanical, or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on hardware integration and high-pressure testing experience.
• Willingness to travel for vehicle test support (up to 20%).

Responsibilities

• Build and test high-pressure fluid and gas systems on Haven-1 vehicle and test articles.
• Perform vehicle fluid system functional checks, high-pressure proof and leak tests, and hazardous operations.
• Build and maintain test facilities, GSE, propellant, high-pressure, and cryogenic systems.
• Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Conduct field test operations including high-pressure system operation, fluid fill/drain/handling, and sensor monitoring.
• Read and interpret Plumbing and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Execute aerospace integration practices including safety cabling, helicoil installation, and fastener/fitting torque.
• Operate heavy machinery (forklift, overhead equipment, etc.).
• Implement continuous improvements to increase safety and test site productivity.
• Adhere to, enforce, and improve test processes and best practices.
• Work alongside engineers to build, test, and maintain fluid systems.

Skills

Experience in production/manufacturing

Hands-on hardware integration

High-pressure testing experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Tools

GSE (Ground Support Equipment)

P&IDs

Tube fitting

Job description

Vast Space Llc. in Long Beach, CA, is seeking an Integration Test Technician for a full-time, non-exempt role on site. You will build and test high-pressure fluid and gas systems for Haven-1, perform functional checks, and maintain test facilities with GSE and cryogenic systems.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 5+ years in production or manufacturing with hands-on hardware integration. Travel up to 20% and overtime may be required; generous benefits apply to full-time staff.