Deburr Technician, 2nd Shift

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 August 2025. 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 a Deburr Technician, 2nd shift, reporting to the Senior Manager of Advanced Manufacturing, 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 our Long Beach location. 

Responsibilities:

• Interpret drawings to maintain part specifications.
• Smooth and process machined components after machining.
• Polish surface finishes without altering precise tolerances.
• Operate a mass finishing barrel tumbler using specified recipes for specific parts and materials.
• Meet productivity expectations and production goals.
• Maintain a tidy and efficient work environment.
• Ensure a constant flow of products and promptly notify management when production is hindered.
• Continuously contribute ideas for process improvements.
• Hand tapping and installing inserts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent years of work experience.
• 2+ years of professional experience in a production or manufacturing environment.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in deburring, utilizing various techniques and both manual and automated equipment.
• Experience working in a machine shop.
• Familiarity with basic blueprint reading.
• Proficiency in using various measuring instruments, such as micrometers, calipers, profilometers, and borescopes.
• Must be available to work all required shift hours, overtime, and weekends, as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. without assistance, perform repetitive movements, bend or twist, use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and be exposed to sounds, noise levels, and typical shop chemicals (coolant, solvents, cleaners) that may be distracting. These requirements are generally essential to fulfill the duties of this position.

Additional Qualifications:

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

Pay Range: 

• Deburr Technician I: $20.00-$24.00/per hour
• Deburr Technician II: $22.50-$28.00/per hour

Salary Range: California$20—$28 USDCOMPENSATION 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 15 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, free catered meals and snacks and beverages, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.

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 o