Vast

Materials Testing Technician III

Long Beach, California, United States

$58-79k

Full Time

5 days ago

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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 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 a Materials Testing Technician III, reporting to the Manager of Materials and Processes, to support the testing and development of the materials and 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.

This role will be for our swing shift. The hours are 12PM - 8PM.

Responsibilities:

Operate equipment and software to create data reports for standardized mechanical tests including tensile, compression, fatigue, and hardness
Perform metallurgical sample preparation including cutting, mounting, grinding, polishing, and acid etching
Assist in materials and processes characterization utilizing tools including optical microscopy, SEM, and FTIR
Maintain and troubleshoot lab equipment/instruments/tools
Contribute to installation and commissioning of new machines used for materials testing and qualification
Collaborate with engineering teams to collect data and develop testing to support space station and rocket engine design and development

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
5+ years of experience in mechanical testing

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Strong knowledge of ASTM/ISO test methods and testing best practices
Experience in metallurgical sample preparation
Knowledge of tensile/fatigue test fixture setup, computer programs, and test frames
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to work closely with other technicians and engineering groups
Strong organizational skills to keep workplace tidy and maintain workflow
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities
Extreme attention to detail
Experience in aerospace manufacturing industries is preferred

Additional Requirements:

Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones
Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted

Pay Range:

Materials Testing Technician III: $28.00 - 38.00 per hour

Salary Range: California

$28—$38 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.