Additive Manufacturing Technician

Additive Manufacturing Technician

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity. Our initial crewed space habitat will be Haven-1, scheduled to be the world's first commercial space station when it launches into low earth orbit in May 2026. 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.

Vast is seeking an Additive Manufacturing Technician to join our Long Beach team, reporting to the Supervisor of Additive Manufacturing. In this full-time, non-exempt role, you will operate and maintain our growing inventory of cutting-edge additive machines. You'll also play a key role in advancing our additive manufacturing operations—from post-processing to quality control—helping us mature and improve capabilities as we scale.

Shift Schedule:

• First Shift: 6:00 A.M to 3:00 P.M

Responsibilities:

• Set up AM print jobs, verify machine settings against best practices, and oversee the print process and quality during operation
• Safely handle metal powder before and after builds, including sieving, loading, part de-powdering, measuring, and safe storage
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-maintained workspace
• Develop and implement process efficiency improvements
• Independently perform verifications and document results clearly and completely
• Operate post-processing equipment (e.g., drills, handheld grinders) as required
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot manufacturing hardware

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school degree, equivalency certificate, or equivalent work experience
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience, including at least 1 year in additive manufacturing (Laser Powder Bed Fusion)

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from drawings and controlled documentation (assembly procedures, work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, parts lists)
• Experience in aerospace or military manufacturing environments (spacecraft, aircraft, etc.)
• Proven initiative and ability to engage others, helping drive team performance to higher levels
• Familiarity with handling metal powders (a plus)
• Experience contributing to the maturation and continuous improvement of additive manufacturing processes
• Hands-on experience with Velo3D, EOS, or similar additive manufacturing machines

Additional Requirements:

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Willing to work overtime and weekends when necessary

Pay Range:

• Additive Manufacturing Technician I: $23.00 - $30.00
• Additive Manufacturing Technician II: $28.00 - $35.00
• Additive Manufacturing Technician III: $33.00 - $45.00

Salary Range: California

$23 - $45 USD

Compensation and Benefits

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, flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, 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, 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.

U.S. Export Control Compliance Status

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 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.