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 2026. It is part of our stepping stone approach to continuous human presence in LEO.Our team isall-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 a Metrology Technician II, reporting to the Manager of Metrology, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.

This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in ourLong Beach location.

Responsibilities:

Facilitate the integration of all calibrated tool inventories into ERP System, to enable tracking, traceability, and accessibility of measurement data, leading to improved data management and process efficiency
Maintain a comprehensive calibration database to track and document equipment calibration schedules, results, and historical records, ensuring the integrity of measurement data and compliance with VAST Metrology to VAST Quality Management System, AS9100D and ISO9001 requirements
Collect and analyze measurement data to identify trends, variations, and areas for improvement in processes and products.
Follow procedures to perform routine and complex tasks related to the calibration, compensation, repair and maintenance of electronic, physical–dimensional, mechanical, thermodynamic and/or chemical IMTE
Use measurement reference standards and calibration systems to verify conformance of IMTE with associated performance criteria
Drive assessment, modification, and implementation of metrology processes, applications, and improvements

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
2-3 years of experience in the repair and calibration of IMTE
1+ year of experience with ERP System
Available to work 1st shift: 7am-4pm

Preferred Skills & Experience:

4+ years of professional and / or academic experience
Experience using, calibrating, compensating and / or repairing high accuracy, high precision measurement equipment
Training in defense, aerospace, energy and / or medical settings
Excellent quantitative and verbal reasoning skills
AC / DC low frequency IMTE calibration, compensation and repair experience
Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL) and/or Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) experience
Familiarity with ISO / IEC 17025, AS9100D and ISO9001
Familiarity with Calibration Management and Metrology Information Systems
Experience with and in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Additional Requirements:

Able to lift up to 25 lbs. Unassisted
Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
Ability to balance and provide timely execution of multiple assigned tasks and projects

Salary Range: California

$35

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$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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