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 a Supervisor, Environmental Testing , on our second shift, reporting to the Senior Manager, Environmental Testing to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space.
This will be a full-time , exempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Shift:
Second Shift Hours: 2:00pm - 10:30pm
Responsibilities:
Organize, coordinate, prioritize, and communicate day-to-day development and manufacturing work assignments for a technician team
Lead and demonstrate work and safety culture
Train and onboard new team members
Support team members in daily tasks
Assist with optimizing the manufacturing process for avionics systems, considering factors such as efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness
Participate in design reviews, providing valuable insights to improve the manufacturability and reliability of avionics components
Collaborate with quality assurance teams to establish and maintain rigorous quality control processes for avionics manufacturing
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall product quality
Meet tight production schedules to achieve high production rates while maintaining quality standards and be able to adapt to changing priorities in a fast moving environment
Maintain laboratory and workshop, including cleanliness, stocking of consumables, tool control, and supporting design and build infrastructure to support above activities
Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions in support of above activities
Minimum Qualifications:
A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a technical field, with a strong preference for candidates possessing a background in the aerospace industry
At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role, demonstrating proven expertise in guiding and managing teams
Minimum 3 years of experience performing vibration & shock testing
Professional experience in a manufacturing environment working within a quality system such as AS9100, ISO9001, etc.
High School Diploma or equivalency certificate
Preferred Skills & Experience:
Strong understanding of setup and operation of vibration testing equipment
Familiarity with electrodynamic shakers
Experience in CAD software (such as Siemens NX) for reviewing designs
Experience in creating manufacturing documentation (such as Standard Operating Procedures and Work Orders)
Familiarity with industry standards and regulations relevant to avionics manufacturing, such…