Avionics Manufacturing Technician, Wire Harnessing

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 Demo’s 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 world’s 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 an Avionics Manufacturing Technician, Wire Harnessing reporting to the Supervisor of Avionics Manufacturing, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. You will work closely with our engineering teams to execute highly technical electrical builds. This is a second shift role.

This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location.

Shift Hours: 

• Second Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm

Responsibilities: 

• Construct superior wire cables, perform PCB assembly rework, assemble, and test racks/systems, electro-mechanical units, engineering enclosures, and test equipment
• Assist avionics engineering by rapidly iterating electronic components and cables
• Ability to comprehend cable wiring diagrams and schematics
• Collaborate closely with engineering to transform concepts into reality
• Monitor one's own work progress against established standards and deliver all work on schedule
• Examine, interpret, and use drawings and regulated documentation and procedures
• Understand intricate cable harnesses, wiring diagrams, mechanical and layout drawings, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing 
• Verify flight hardware and thoroughly document outcomes
• Aid in developing manufacturing processes for initial production runs
• Contribute to projects aimed at increasing operational efficiency in the area

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Previous or current qualifications in one of the following
• 1+ years of experience manufacturing wire harnesses in the commercial and or aerospace industry utilizing D38999 connectors. 
• 1+ years of experience using electronics equipment (e.g. programmable power supplies, DMMs, oscilloscopes, etc.)
• 1+ years of experience using basic mechanical and/or electronics hand tools

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• 3+ years of experience manufacturing wire harnesses in the commercial and or aerospace industry utilizing D38999 connectors. 
• 2+ years of experience using electronics equipment (e.g. programmable power supplies, DMMs, oscilloscopes, etc.)
• 5+ years of experience using basic mechanical and/or electronics hand tools
• Possession of an associate degree
• Previous involvement in a high-speed production environment, handling flight hardware
• Prior involvement in a high-output environment, involving hands-on experience in constructing cables, electro-mechanical devices, or building prototypes
• Ability to acclimate to frequently changing assignments and a fast-paced working environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, along with effective teamwork abilities
• Superb focus and attention to detail, with remarkable work efficiency and accuracy
• Experience with soldering PCBAs, including soldering in tight spaces such as 0402 packages and high-density ICs, installing jumpers, and performing dead-bugging
• Expertise in manufacturing and repairing intricate testing systems
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools such as SVN, Confluence, and JIRA
• Basic comprehension of electronic principles and theory
• Skills in project management

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted

Pay Range: 

• Avionics Manufacturing Technician I: $24.00 - $35.00
• Avionics Manufacturing Technician II: $28.00 - $40.00
• Avionics Manufacturing Technician III: $33.00 - $47.00

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY