Environmental & Thermal Controls Systems Technician

At Vast our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a 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 Demos 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 worlds first commercial space station when it launches followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. 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 a(n) TCS Technician reporting to the Manager Thermal Test Engineering 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-timenon-exempt position located in ourLong Beachlocation.

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
• Technician III: $31.00 - $44.00
• Senior Technician: $40.00 - $57.00

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY