Post Processing Technician at Vast

<div class="content-intro"><p>At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations 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. Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. 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, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. 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.</p></div><p>Vast is looking for a Post Processing Technician, reporting to the Fabrication Supervisor, 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 Hawthorne location. In this role you will have the opportunity to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment where quick communication and effective execution are key.</p> <p>&nbsp;Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Perform sample collection, such as Particle and NVR .</li> <li>Handle solvents and other chemicals.</li> <li>Maintain lot number traceability and serialization of parts.</li> <li>Maintain Inventory of lab consumables.</li> <li>Precision cleaning Class 1-5 in support of all Vast programs.</li> <li>Work in pre-clean and cleanroom environments according to proper protocols.</li> <li>Maintain cleanliness of the lab.</li> <li>Analyze and implement projects to improve the work center.</li> <li>Provide technical support of chemical processing within Vast.</li> <li>Ensure all processes are available, monitoring processing and lab equipment condition/replacement needs, tracking parameters to ensure safety of hardware and operators as well as product, ensure all documentation is current and coordinate with EH&amp;S.</li> <li>Manage chemical inventory of the production line and chemical laboratory.</li> <li>Perform chemical additions and adjustments of process chemistry based on analytical data and trends.</li> <li>Solve and troubleshoot chemical processing difficulties.</li> <li>Computer skills such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.</li> <li>Utilizing a Jib Crane to move heavy parts from various locations.</li> <li>Using multiple machines to perform laser part marking .</li> <li>Must be able to lift up to 25lbs . unassisted .</li> </ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalency&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>3 + years of experience working in Precision Clean Line.</li> <li>2+ years of experience Performing Cleanness Verification Process.</li> </ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of the handling of any type of lifting equipment, with a preference for a Jib Crane.</li> <li>Knowledge of Nitric and Citric passivation, cleaning, and anodizing.</li> <li>Experience working under pressure and to tight deadlines.</li> <li>&nbsp;Experience documenting work in official records or work reports.</li> <li>Eagerness and demonstrated record of working as a member of small teams to accomplish tasks safely and efficiently.</li> <li>Demonstrated attention to detail and careful work practices around industrial hazards.</li> <li>Computer literate, able to follow instructions and record day to day activities.</li> <li>Knowledge of working with automatic particle machines and various types of borescopes</li> </ul> <p>Pay Range:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Post Processing Technician I: $20.00 - $29.00</li> <li>Post Processing Technician&nbsp; II: $24.00-$34.00</li> <li>Post Processing Technician&nbsp; III: $28.00-$40.00</li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Pay Range: California</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$20</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$40 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><div style="line-height: 1;"><strong>COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS</strong></div> <div style="line-height: 1;">&nbsp;</div> <div style="line-height: 1;"> <div> <div data-qa="message_pane"> <div> <div id="message-list"> <div id="message-list"> <div data-qa="slack_kit_scrollbar"> <div> <div data-qa="slack_kit_list"> <div id="message-list_1770163429.476589" data-qa="virtual-list-item" data-item-key="1770163429.476589"> <div data-qa="message_container" data-qa-unprocessed="false" data-qa-placeholder="false" data-msg-ts="1770163429.476589" data-msg-channel-id="D1T52LDR4"> <div data-qa-hover="true"> <div> <div> <div> <div data-qa="message_content"> <div> <div data-qa="message-text"> <div data-qa="block-kit-renderer"> <div> <div> <div>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, generous paid time off; up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, 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 &amp; onsite barista, 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.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="message-list_bottomSpacer" data-qa="virtual-list-item" data-item-key="bottomSpacer"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div> <div>&nbsp;</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div style="line-height: 1;"> <p><strong>U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS</strong></p> 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 <a href="https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/section-120.62">22 C.F.R. § 120.62</a> 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.</div> <div style="line-height: 1;">&nbsp;</div> <p style="line-height: 1;"><strong>EQUAL OPPORTUNITY</strong></p> <div style="line-height: 1;">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.</div></div>