Lead the fabrication of critical subsystems for spacecraft, ensuring safety and efficiency while managing a technician team and improving processes.
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 looking for a Supervisor, Primary Structures Fabrication for 2nd Shift, reporting to the Production Manager, Primary Structures Fabrication, to lead and support the fabrication of critical subsystems that will be required to fly artificial-gravity human-rated space stations
This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Organize, coordinate, prioritize, and communicate day-to-day development and manufacturing work assignments in a fast-paced environment for a medium-size technician team.
- Enforce safety policies and create a safety-first mindset on the production floor.
- Ensure that welders and shop floor personnel are properly trained in the correct techniques, procedures, and use of equipment.
- Support team members in daily tasks across a range of fabrication techniques and production lines, including welding, fitting & fabrication, forming, blending, and machining.
- Work with engineering and leadership to develop and implement process improvements for recurring work and processes for first-time builds.
- Maintain and purchase new equipment and tooling in order to reduce production downtime and meet manufacturing and development timelines.
- Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions in support of the above activities.
Required Skills & Experience
- 3+ years of experience in a direct leadership role
- High School Diploma or equivalency certificate
- Knowledge of metal fabrication and fit-up
- Knowledge of one or more of the following welding processes: gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), variable polarity plasma arc welding (VP-PAW), friction stir welding (FSW), and gas metal arc welding (GMAW) in a professional environment
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in high-reliability manufacturing sectors such as aerospace, power and gas, military, or similar industries
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment, leading and motivating personnel
- Proficient in operating forklifts, cranes, aerial platforms, and other industrial equipment
- Experience managing a team of 10+ employees and balancing multiple projects in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment
- Knowledge of fabrication of large structures
- Knowledge of AWS D17.1 and D17.3 standards, with specific experience in aerospace aluminum welding
- Experience with metal forming techniques
- Knowledge of non-destructive evaluation (NDE) processes and techniques
- Experienced with machinery and hand tools, including drilling, forming, and machining
- Familiar with the fabrication of large structures and fabrication techniques and best practices
- Rigging experience, such as operating an overhead crane
Additional Requirements:
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
Salary Range: California
$84,400—$118,000 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.
Top Skills
Friction Stir Welding
Gas Metal Arc Welding
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
Metal Fabrication
Variable Polarity Plasma Arc Welding
Vast Long Beach, California, USA Office
2851 Orange Ave, Long Beach, CA, United States, 90755
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