Senior Automation & Controls Technician

Vast is looking for a Senior Controls and Automation Technician, reporting to the Hardware Development Supervisor, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. The Haven team is dedicated to transforming space access for humanity, aiming to pave the way for new frontiers in the cosmos and ultimately fostering a multi-planetary existence. Our team takes pride in crafting cutting-edge systems that support the design and building of Space Stations. We push the boundaries of space technology with an unprecedented cost and pace. Join our dynamic and top-tier testing team, collaborate with brilliant and driven engineers, and together, we will accomplish remarkable feats. If you crave challenges and dream of contributing to our civilization's multi-planetary future, then look no further – this is the perfect place for you!

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

Responsibilities: 

• Build control and automation systems that vet and verify space flight hardware
• Bring-up and integrate the software that runs the testing across the company
• Follow data from ingest to post-processing leading to data driven decisions 
• Collaborate with software, mechanical, thermal, manufacturing, and production test teams 
• Troubleshoot and debug control systems to resolve issues and ensure optimal performance

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience manufacturing wire harnesses in commercial, automotive, or aerospace industry 
• 2+ years of experience using electronics equipment (e.g. programmable power supplies, DMMs, oscilloscopes, etc.) 
• 5+ years of experience using basic mechanical and/or electronics hand tools

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Prior involvement in a high-output environment, involving hands-on experience in constructing cables, electro-mechanical devices, or building prototypes 
• Experience with soldering PCBAs 
• Expertise in manufacturing and repairing intricate testing systems 
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools such as SVN, Confluence, and JIRA 
• Basic comprehension of electronic principles and theory 
• Qualifications in NASA STD 8739.4, IPC-620, and J-STD-001

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs unassisted