Lead Environmental and Thermal Control Systems Specialist

4 weeks ago


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

Vast is a pioneering company in the field of space exploration, aiming to contribute to a future where billions of people live and thrive in space. We are currently seeking a highly skilled Lead Environmental and Thermal Control Systems Technician to join our team.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a seasoned professional to lead our environmental and thermal control systems team. The successful candidate will be responsible for organizing, coordinating, and prioritizing daily development and manufacturing work assignments for a medium-sized team of technicians. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental and thermal control systems, excellent leadership and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:
  • Organize and coordinate daily development and manufacturing work assignments for a medium-sized team of technicians.
  • Lead and demonstrate work and safety culture.
  • Train and onboard new team members.
  • Support team members in daily tasks.
  • 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.
Requirements:
  • 2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing, test, operations, HVAC, or other relevant role.
  • High School Diploma or equivalency certificate.
Preferred Skills and 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.).
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.
Compensation and Benefits:

Vast offers a comprehensive compensation package, including a base salary, company equity, and a range of benefits and perks. The salary range for this position is $35-$50 USD per hour, depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand.



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