Metrology Coordinator New Mojave, California, United States

Vast is developing next-generation space stations and space infrastructure using an incremental, hardware-rich, and low-cost approach. Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station 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. 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 in 2027, followed by additional Haven modules. Additionally, the company recently announced Vast Satellite, a high-power satellite product line leveraging its space station components and the heritage of Haven Demo. Headquartered in Long Beach, California, and with more than 1,000 employees and over a billion dollars in private capital, Vast has built the facilities required to manufacture and operate America’s next space station. The company plans to develop future habitats and systems for the Moon and Mars, dedicated space stations for government partners, and other crewed systems that will unlock the expanding long-term space economy. Vast is looking for a Metrology Coordinator, reporting to the Manager, Test Site Operations, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of human-rated space stations. This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Mojave location. Responsibilities Identify and record all calibrated tools which include but are not limited to torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, and electronic devices Monthly audits and inspection of calibrated tools and equipment Work with metrology team at headquarters for documentation submission and management Pull and hand over documentation to technicians and engineers upon request. Majority of these requests will be for electrical components such as pressure transducers, load cells, flow meters, and accelerometers amongst others Inspect new tooling and equipment to ensure there are no manufacturing defects that may cause items to not function properly Ensure all tooling and equipment maintain compliance with VAST’s quality standards Labeling of calibrated tooling and equipment with asset tags and calibration data which includes expiration dates, pass/fail status, SNs, and other pertinent information Basic cross departmental support when assigned, only when primary responsibilities are taken care of Minimum Qualifications 1-2 years of manufacturing, tool crib or data entry experience Preferred Skills & Experience Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL) and/or Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) experience Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025, AS9100D and ISO9001 In depth knowledge and experience within Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Experience using shop equipment Ability to work outside in extreme heat and cold in a desert environment Additional Requirements Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted Pay Range: California

$30.16 - $42.81 USD

We calibrate level and compensation to the selected candidate's experience and demonstrated capability. We welcome applicants across a range of experience levels to apply.

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: 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 other discounts and perks exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & 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

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 by22 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vast Space Llc.