Avionics Test Technician

Vast is developing next-generation space stations and space infrastructure using an incremental, hardware-rich, and low-cost approach. Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world’s first commercial space station when it launches in 2027, followed by additional Haven modules. Additionally, the company recently announced Vast Satellite , a high-power satellite product line leveraging its space station components and the heritage of Haven Demo. Headquartered in Long Beach, California , and with more than 1,000 employees and over a billion dollars in private capital, Vast has built the facilities required to manufacture and operate America’s next space station. The company plans to develop future habitats and systems for the Moon and Mars, dedicated space stations for government partners, and other crewed systems that will unlock the expanding long-term space economy. Vast is looking for an Avionics Test Technician reporting to the Manager of Avionics Testing , to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of human-rated space stations. This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location.

Responsibilities:

Maintain equipment calibration tracking for avionics test systems Work with Metrology to coordinate equipment recalibration Coordinate physical transfer as well as kitting of materials and components to support test system builds Support manufacturing schedules by maintaining stock levels for consumable components Support development, acceptance, qualification, and investigative test campaigns via build and operation of test systems Have a working understanding of standard industry ESD best practices. Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.