Space Station Structural Test Technician (Mojave)

Vast Space Llc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company equity

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k) retirement plan

Onsite meals and snacks

Job summary

Vast is seeking a Test Technician in Mojave to support Haven-1 structural testing. You will maintain, upgrade and operate the Haven-1 Primary Structural Test Stand, install hull modules, and service hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

You must have 5+ years hands-on technical experience, read drawings and P&IDs, and be able to lift 50 lbs with overtime as needed. The role offers full-time status and a comprehensive benefits package in California.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on technical experience in testing, manufacturing, industrial maintenance, or a related hands-on field.
• Proficient reading and working from mechanical drawings and P&IDs
• Demonstrated experience with at least one of: hydraulic systems, high-pressure gas systems, or welding/fabrication.
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, upgrade and operate the Haven-1 Primary Structural Test Stand at Vast’s Mojave Test Site.
• Install the Haven-1 Space Station Hull into the test stand for static structural testing.
• Service, troubleshoot, and maintain hydraulic actuators and associated hydraulic plumbing used to apply structural test loads.
• Service and maintain the GN2 (gaseous nitrogen) pressurization system, including regulators, valves, and associated high-pressure plumbing.
• Support Test Engineers in the execution of static load tests on the space station hull, including pre-test setup, run support, and post-test teardown/inspection.
• Perform routine and corrective maintenance on test stand mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to keep stands mission-ready.
• Flex to support other rocket engine, component, and thruster test stands at the Mojave Test Site as testing priorities and schedules require.
• Follow all safety protocols for high-pressure systems, hydraulics, and heavy equipment; identify and elevate safety concerns proactively.
• Maintain accurate test stand configuration, maintenance, and work order records.

Skills

Reading drawings

P&IDs

High-pressure systems

Hydraulics troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hydraulic actuators

GN2 gas systems

Test stand instrumentation

Load cells

Pressure transducers

Job description

Vast is seeking a Test Technician in Mojave to support Haven-1 structural testing. You will maintain, upgrade and operate the Haven-1 Primary Structural Test Stand, install hull modules, and service hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

You must have 5+ years hands-on technical experience, read drawings and P&IDs, and be able to lift 50 lbs with overtime as needed. The role offers full-time status and a comprehensive benefits package in California.