Avionics Manufacturing Specialist I
Avionics Manufacturing Specialist I
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$ 80000 - 110000
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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 longterm stays in space without the adverse effects of zerogravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven1 scheduled to be the worlds first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. Our team is allin 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 Manufacturing Specialist I reporting to theManager of Avionics Manufacturing to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificialgravity humanrated space stations. This will be a fulltime 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:
- Work with avionics engineering by rapidly iterating electronic components and cables
- Construct superior wire cables perform PCB assembly rework assemble and test racks/systems electromechanical units engineering enclosures and test equipment
- Create and record testing systems and cable diagrams according to engineerselected testing gear
- Collaborate closely with engineering to transform concepts into reality
- Monitor ones 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
- 5 years of experience manufacturing wire harnesses in commercial automotive or aerospace industry
- 5 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
- Qualifications in NASA STD 8739.4 IPC620 and JSTD001
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Possession of an associate degree
- Previous involvement in a highspeed production environment handling flight hardware
- Prior involvement in a highoutput environment involving handson experience in constructing cables electromechanical devices or building prototypes
- Ability to acclimate to frequently changing assignments and a fastpaced 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 highdensity ICs installing jumpers and performing deadbugging
- 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
- Skills in project management
Additional Requirements:
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
- Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted
Salary Range: California
$80000 $110000 USD
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
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
