Avionics Manufacturing Technician, Wire Harnessing (2nd Shift) Verified today
About Vast
Vast is developing next-generation space stations and space infrastructure using an incremental, hardware-rich, and low-cost approach. Haven Demo's 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Haven-1 is expected to become the world's first commercial space station when it launches in 2027. Vast is headquartered in Long Beach, California with more than 1,000 employees.
The Role
You will work as an Avionics Manufacturing Technician focused on wire harnessing, reporting to the Supervisor of Avionics Manufacturing. You will support the development of systems required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. This is a full-time, non-exempt position on second shift (2pm to 10:30pm) based in Long Beach.
Your 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
- Comprehend cable wiring diagrams and schematics
- Collaborate closely with engineering to transform concepts into reality
- Monitor your work progress against established standards and deliver all work on schedule
- Examine, interpret, and use drawings, 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 your area
Minimum Qualifications
- 1+ years of experience manufacturing wire harnesses in commercial and/or aerospace industry utilizing D38999 connectors, OR
- 1+ years of experience using electronics equipment (programmable power supplies, DMMs, oscilloscopes, etc.), OR
- 1+ years of experience using basic mechanical and/or electronics hand tools
Preferred Skills and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 3+ years of experience manufacturing wire harnesses in commercial and/or aerospace industry utilizing D38999 connectors
- 2+ years of experience using electronics equipment (programmable power supplies, DMMs, oscilloscopes, etc.)
- 5+ years of experience using basic mechanical and/or electronics hand tools
- Associate degree
- Previous involvement in high-speed production environment handling flight hardware
- Hands-on experience constructing cables, electro-mechanical devices, or building prototypes
- Ability to acclimate to frequently changing assignments and fast-paced working environment
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, 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 50 lbs unassisted
- Must be a U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, asylee or refugee with status granted)
Compensation
Pay range is $24 to $56 per hour depending on level and experience:
- Avionics Manufacturing Technician I: $24-$34
- Avionics Manufacturing Technician II: $28-$40
- Avionics Manufacturing Technician III: $33-$47
- Senior Avionics Manufacturing Technician: $39-$56
Full-time employees receive company equity and benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, paid time off (10+ days vacation for non-exempt staff with ability to cash-out unused vacation), paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, ClassPass credits, and mental healthcare through Spring Health. Free snacks, drip coffee, onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals; lunch subsidized.