Lead Space Simulation Technician

Vast is looking for a Lead Space Simulation Technician, 2nd shift, reporting to the Senior Manager of Avionics Manufacturing and Testing, to support the testing of R&D and flight hardware 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.

Our second shift hours are 3pm - 12:30am. 

Responsibilities: 

• Organize, coordinate, prioritize, and communicate day-to-day development and manufacturing work assignments for a medium-size technician team.
• Lead and demonstrate work and safety culture.
• Review test plans, requirements, SOWs, fixture design, etc. 
• Train and onboard new team members.
• Support team members in daily tasks.
• Setup and test flight hardware for the following environments:
• Vibration Testing
• Shock Testing
• Thermal Vacuum Testing
• Thermal Cycle
• Operate, troubleshoot, repair, maintain test lab equipment.
• Support development, acceptance, qualification, and investigative test campaigns via Jira and Manufacturo.
• Maintain laboratory and workshop, including cleanliness, stocking of consumables, tool control, and supporting design and build infrastructure to support above activities.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions in support of above activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience performing vibration and or thermal vacuum testing.
• 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 a cleanroom 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, flammable, pyrophoric, hypergolic, 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. 

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted.

Pay Range: 

• Shift Lead: $36.00 - $51.00