Additive Manufacturing Technician

Vast is looking for an Additive Manufacturing Technician, reporting to the Supervisor, Manufacturing, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of human-rated space stations. You will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the additive manufacturing equipment, as well as part post-processing and quality control.

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

Shift:

Second Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm

Responsibilities:

Setting up additive manufacturing print jobs, verifying machine settings against best practices, overseeing the print process and quality as the machine operates, recover build pauses if necessary

Safely handling the metal powder before and after the build, includes sieving, loading, part de-powdering, measuring, and safe storage

Keep a clean, organized, and thoroughly maintained work space

Develop and implement process efficiency improvement projects

Independently perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner

Operate post processing equipment such as drills, handheld grinders and CNC machines as required

Perform preventive routine maintenance on the machines and troubleshooting manufacturing hardware

Support rapid iteration and development testing

Document build, test, and maintenance activities

Adhere to and help refine test processes, safety standards, and best practices

Support other teams through cross-functional collaboration and training

Minimum Qualifications:

High school degree or equivalency certificate

1+ years of manufacturing, or similar industry, experience

Comfortable working with hand tools, basic measurement equipment, and following detailed procedures exactly and safely

Preferred Skills & Experience:

3+ years experience in additive manufacturing or similar environment

Excellent communication skills

Ability to read, interpret and work from drawings, controlled documentation and processes such as: assembly procedures/work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts list

Experience working in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments

Experience driving engagement with others, taking initiative, and helping push the team to new levels

Experience with metal powders

Additional Requirements:

Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted

Pay Range: California

$23—$58 USD