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Additive Manufacturing Technician, E-2

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving 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 will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world’s first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us.

Vast is looking for an Additive Manufacturing Technician, reporting to the E-2 Principal Engineer, to support the E-2 liquid rocket engine development program. We have the ambitious goal for E-2 to be the world’s highest-performing engine for small launchers, while optimized for mass production and low cost. In this role, you will join a team with exciting momentum that has produced and successfully tested fully integrated engine development samples. You will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the additive manufacturing equipment, as well as part post-processing.

This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Hawthorne location.

Shift hours:

Second Shift: 2PM-10:30PM
Third Shift: 10PM-7AM

Responsibilities:

Setting up additive manufacturing print jobs, verifying machine settings against best practices, overseeing the print process and quality as the machine operates, recover build pauses if necessary
Safely handling the metal powder before and after the build, includes sieving, loading, part de-powdering, measuring, and safe storage
Keep a clean, organized, and thoroughly maintained work space
Develop and implement process efficiency improvement projects
Independently perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner
Operate post processing equipment such as drills, handheld grinders and CNC machines as required
Perform preventive routine maintenance on the machines and troubleshooting manufacturing hardware

Minimum Qualifications:

High school degree or equivalency certificate
1+ years of manufacturing experience

Preferred Skills and Experience:

1+ years Additive manufacturing experience (Laser Powder Bed Fusion)
Excellent communication skills
Ability to read, interpret and work from drawings, controlled documentation and processes such as: assembly procedures/work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts list
Experience working in the military or at an aerospace manufacturing company (spacecraft, aircraft, etc.)
Experience driving engagement with others, taking initiative, and helping push the team to new levels
Experience with metal powders

Additional Requirements:

Able to lift up to 50 lbs
Willing to work overtime and weekends when necessary

Pay Range:

Additive Manufacturing Technician I: $21.00 - $30.00
Additive Manufacturing Technician II: $28.00 - $40.00
Additive Manufacturing Technician III: $33.00 - $45.00

Salary Range: California

$21—$45 USD

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

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 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.We also take pride in offering exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.

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. § 120.62 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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