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Vast · Long Beach, CA · Electronics · first seen 2026-09-04
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Vast is developing next-generation space stations and space infrastructure using an incremental, hardware-rich, 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.

We are hiring an Avionics Test Technician II reporting to the Manager of Avionics Testing to support the development of systems required for the design and build of human-rated space stations.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position located in Long Beach, California.

Responsibilities

  • Build and commission test systems for avionics systems and associated electronics hardware
  • Operate, troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and modify testing equipment
  • Support development, acceptance, qualification, and investigative test campaigns via build and operation of test systems
  • Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and test instructions
  • Use various mechanical tools without instruction
  • Read and interpret technical drawings including cable harnesses and wiring diagrams
  • Apply standard industry ESD best practices
  • Monitor work progress against established standards and deliver on schedule

Minimum Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, test, operations, aerospace, or related role
  • 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
  • High School Diploma or equivalency certificate
  • Basic comprehension of electrical principles, wiring concepts, and electrical safety
  • Proficient with computers and MS Office and Google Workspace

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Strong documentation and communication skills
  • Hands-on product testing experience
  • Knowledge of aerospace testing standards (SMC-S-016, etc.)
  • Experience in aerospace, aviation, military, or high-reliability operating environments
  • Knowledge of data acquisition systems (analog inputs, analog output, digital inputs, digital outputs)
  • Experience with C++, Python, and Linux systems
  • Knowledge of JIRA and Confluence
  • Qualifications in NASA STD 8739.4, IPC-620, and J-STD-001
  • Cleanroom environment experience
  • PCBA soldering experience

Additional Requirements

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

Compensation

Pay range: $28-$47 USD per hour (California). Compensation varies based on experience and demonstrated capability. Full-time employees receive company equity and benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off (10+ days vacation for non-exempt staff with annual cash-out); paid parental leave; short and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; 401(k) plan; ClassPass credits; mental healthcare through Spring Health; and onsite meals (free snacks, coffee, cold drinks, dinner; subsidized lunch).

U.S. Export Control Compliance

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls and must either be a U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. This includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.