Structures Test Supervisor

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 a Structures Test Supervisor reporting to the Director of Structures Test to support the test operations that will be required to fly artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. This will be a full-time (non-exempt) position located in our (Long Beach) location.

Responsibilities:

• Organize coordinate prioritize and communicate day-to-day support for test related work assignments for a medium-size technician team.
• Lead / demonstrate work and safety culture
• Interview train and onboard new team members
• Support team members in daily tasks (lead by doing mentality)
• Assemble install and test Qual/Flight hardware including high pressure fluids systems hydraulic systems and/or instrumentation.
• Fabricate clean and activate ground support equipment and test articles in partnership with engineering with a focus on primary / secondary structures.
• Operate troubleshoot repair maintain and modify manufacturing and testing equipment including pressurized systems pneumatic hydraulic and data acquisition systems
• Support development acceptance qualification and investigative test campaigns via build and operation of ground support and flight equipment
• Maintain laboratory and workshop including cleanliness stocking of consumables tool control and supporting design and build infrastructure to support above activities (following 5S practices)
• Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions in support of above activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 4 years of experience working in a manufacturing test operations HVAC or other relevant role.
• High School Diploma or equivalency certificate

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience in the aerospace power and gas military or other high-reliability manufacturing industry
• Experience in the HVAC or industrial gas industry
• Experience with precision cleaning and assembly of precision-cleaned systems
• Experience working in on a test stand/cell environment
• Experience building modifying troubleshooting maintaining and operating high pressure equipment
• Experience building modifying troubleshooting maintaining and operating automation and control systems including data acquisition systems programmable logic controllers etc
• Experience with hazardous systems - cryogenic medium pressure (<6000 psig) or high voltage
• Demonstrated success in a role requiring quick thinking and problem solving
• Experience with forklifts cranes aerial platforms and other industrial equipment
• Experience with JIRA project management software and Confluence
• Experience with relevant aerospace testing standards (SMC-S-016 MIL-STD-810G GSFC-STD-7000B etc.)
• Skilled in operation of machinery and hand tools
• Able to work effectively in a team environment
• Comfortable working in a rapidly changing ambiguous environment balancing multiple projects with flexibility.
• Ability to take ownership with little to no supervision

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel upt to 50% of the time to our Mojave CA Test Site
• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
• Specific certifications as appropriate

Pay Range:

• Structures Test Supervisor: $96600 - $113600

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY