Environmental Systems Technician

1 day ago


Long Beach CA USA, United States Vast Full time
Job Title: Environmental and Thermal Controls Systems Technician

Vast is a pioneering company that aims to contribute to a future where billions of people live and thrive in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations to enable long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity.

Our initial crewed space habitat, Haven-1, is scheduled to launch into low earth orbit in August 2025. We are seeking a highly skilled Environmental and Thermal Controls Systems Technician to support the development of the systems required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.

Responsibilities:
  • Assemble, install, and test flight hardware, including high-pressure fluids systems, oxygen systems, and refrigerant systems.
  • Fabricate, clean, and activate ground support equipment and test articles in partnership with engineering, focusing on pressurized ground systems.
  • Operate, troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and modify manufacturing and testing equipment, including pressurized systems from vacuum to 20,000 psig, pneumatic and hydraulic, oxygen systems, refrigerant systems, and data and control 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.
  • Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions in support of above activities.
Requirements:
  • 2+ 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 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.
  • Specific certifications, as appropriate.
Compensation and Benefits:

California $28-$46 USD

Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand.

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.
  • 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.
  • Other discounts and perks.

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.



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