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 an Integration Technician (open to levels I, II, & III) to support vehicle integration operations including the build of Avionics, Propulsion, and Structures systems for Haven-1 and beyond. This will be a full-time, non-exempt position in our Long Beach location.
Responsibilities:
- Assemble, install, and test flight hardware.
- Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers.
- Hands on operations with both large and small fragile assemblies.
- Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow detailed work instructions.
- Perform high pressure pneumatic testing.
- Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions.
- Use various mechanical tools without instruction.
- Collaborate with production engineers and quality personnel to develop and document activities.
- Have a working understanding of standard industry ESD best practices.
- Ensure all production services are performed on time, safely and in a professional manner.
- Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
- 6+ years of experience in hardware assembly, test, and/or installation.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience in the aerospace industry, aviation, military, or other high-reliability operating environments.
- Experience in the assembly and testing of propulsion systems, avionic components, and harnesses.
- FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license.
- Experience in a fast-paced production environment with flight hardware.
- Skill in operating and manipulating machinery and various hand and power tools requiring manual dexterity.
- A demonstrated ability in reading/understanding technical drawings, manuals, and reports.
- NASA-STD-8739.3 & NASA-STD-8739.4 certification (currently or previously held).
- IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-620, & IPC-J-STD-001 (currently or previously held).
- Ability to use precision measuring instruments.
- Experience working in a cleanroom environment.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment.
- Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with engineering and production.
- Proficient with computers and the ability to use MS Office and Google Workspace.
- Experience with forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment.
Additional Requirements:
- Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed.
- Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs. unassisted.
- Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces.
- Must be willing to travel when needed from weeks at a time to support vehicle testing and integration (Mojave, Ohio, Florida).
Pay Range:
- Integration Technician I: $21.00 - $30.00
- Integration Technician II: $28.00 - $40.00
- Integration Technician III: $33.00 - $48.00
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
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Information highlights generous PTO with an annual cash‑out option, paid parental leave, sick time, and company holidays, with flexible PTO for exempt staff. These features indicate broad time‑off support across multiple needs.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Onsite meals and snacks, fitness memberships or stipends, and wellness resources (e.g., One Medical and Spring Health) are prominently offered. Such perks appear designed to enhance daily work experience and overall wellbeing.
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What We Do
Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world’s first commercial space station when it launches in 2026, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. With more than 1,000 employees at its Long Beach, California headquarters and over a billion dollars in private capital invested, Vast has built the facilities required to manufacture and operate America’s next space station. The company plans to develop future habitats for the Moon and Mars, dedicated space stations for government partners, and other crewed systems that will unlock the expanding long-term space economy.
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