Avionics Technician @ VAST

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 August 2025. 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 Avionics Technician, reporting to the Senior Manager of Avionics Manufacturing, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location.

As an Avionics Technician, you will work closely with our engineering teams to execute highly technical electrical builds.

Responsibilities:

Assist avionics engineering by rapidly iterating electronic components and cables
Create and record testing systems and cable diagrams according to engineer-selected testing gear
Collaborate closely with engineering to transform concepts into reality
Monitor one’s own work progress against established standards and deliver all work on schedule
Examine, interpret, and use drawings and regulated documentation and procedures
Understand intricate cable harnesses, wiring diagrams, mechanical and layout drawings, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Verify flight hardware and thoroughly document outcomes
Aid in developing manufacturing processes for initial production runs
Contribute to projects aimed at increasing operational efficiency in the area

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
3+ years of experience manufacturing wire harnesses in commercial, automotive, or aerospace industry
2+ years of experience using electronics equipment (e.g. programmable power supplies, DMMs, oscilloscopes, etc.)
5+ years of experience using basic mechanical and/or electronics hand tools

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Possession of an associate degree
Previous involvement in a high-speed production environment, handling flight hardware
Prior involvement in a high-output environment, involving hands-on experience in constructing cables, electro-mechanical devices, or building prototypes
Ability to acclimate to frequently changing assignments and a fast-paced working environment
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, along with effective teamwork abilities
Superb focus and attention to detail, with remarkable work efficiency and accuracy
Experience with soldering PCBAs, including soldering in tight spaces such as 0402 packages and high-density ICs, installing jumpers, and performing dead-bugging
Expertise in manufacturing and repairing intricate testing systems
Familiarity with Atlassian tools such as SVN, Confluence, and JIRA
Basic comprehension of electronic principles and theory
Qualifications in NASA STD 8739.4, IPC-620, and J-STD-001
Skills in project management

Salary Range: California

$25—$35 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 15 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, free catered meals and snacks and beverages, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.

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.

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