Environmental and Thermal Control Systems Specialist
15 hours ago
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, allowing 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 2025.
Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Environmental and Thermal Control Systems Specialist to support the development of systems required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. The successful candidate will work closely with our team of experts to assemble, install, and test flight hardware, including high-pressure fluids systems, oxygen systems, and refrigerant systems.
Key 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, with a focus 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.
- 2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing, test, operations, HVAC or other relevant role.
- High School Diploma or equivalency certificate.
- 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.
- 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.
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. § 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.
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