Environmental & Thermal Controls Systems Technician II
Environmental & Thermal Controls Systems Technician II
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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 worlds 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 you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity come join us.
Vast is looking for an Environmental & Thermal Controls Systems Technician II to play a vital role in the development verification and validation of spacecraft fluid systems. These systems involve the movement control and containment of various hydraulic fluids/gases and testing media (like liquid nitrogen Helium and Gaseous Nitrogen) and environmental control 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 high-pressure fluid systems (including oxygen and refrigerants) and flight hardware
- Operate test stands and execute procedures to validate pressure temperature flow and leak integrity
- Support in Thermal Vacuum EMI & Vibration testing
- Connect instrumentation valves and sensors per engineering schematics and activate systems validating health and functionality
- Perform pneumatic cryogenic and hazardous fluid handling and testing demonstrating diligence and safety conscious practices
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and detailed work instructions
- Use precision tools such as torque wrenches micrometers and calipers along with general mechanical tools independently
- Use data acquisition systems to monitor and evaluate sensor readings
- Identify report and assist in troubleshooting anomalies or test failures
- Support/conduct test campaigns for development qualification acceptance and investigations
- Prepare and maintain clean leak-free ground support fluid systems following industry standards
- Support spacecraft operations including fueling and fluid line purging
- Validate flight hardware prior to integration and launch
- Perform routine maintenance and calibration of test equipment
- Maintain cleanliness consumables tool control and readiness of lab and workshop environments
- Ensure safe timely and professional execution of all production tasks
- Perform other related duties to support an efficient and effective work environment i.e. 5s project updates etc.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 2 years of experience in hardware assembly test and/or installation of fluid systems
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Experience in aerospace aviation military power and gas or other high-reliability operating environments
- Hands-on experience assembling and testing thermal control systems propulsion systems or similar hardware
- Skilled in precision cleaning and assembly of precision-cleaned systems including ISO 7 & ISO 8 cleanroom work
- Background working with Developmental flight hardware in fast-paced production environments
- Proficient in the use of hand tools power tools and machinery requiring manual dexterity and attention to detail
- Experience building modifying troubleshooting maintaining and operating high-pressure and hazardous systems (e.g. cryogenic flammable pyrophoric hypergolic or high voltage)
- Familiar with Electrical and fluid system schematics and able to identify and explain commonly used components
- Experience with automation and control systems including data acquisition systems and programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
- Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings(GD&T) manuals and engineering documentation
- Familiarity with relevant aerospace testing standards (e.g. SMC-S-016 MIL-STD-810G GSFC-STD-7000B)
- Skilled in operating forklifts cranes and other heavy equipment
- Competent with precision measuring instruments (e.g. calipers micrometers gauges sensors)
- Strong team player with effective verbal and written communication skills
- Adaptable to rapidly shifting roles and responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
- Experienced with JIRA Confluence and collaborative project managing digital tools
- Proficient in MS Office and Google Workspace applications
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:
Technician II: $28.00 - $40.00
Salary Range: California
$28 - $40 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:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
