Long Beach, United States
Deburr Technician
Vast · Long Beach · United States
- Salary
- $19.00–$43.00 per hour
- Occupation
- Mechanic / Technician
Posted: 11/4/2026 · Last checked: 11/10/2026
Job description
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Vast is developing next-generation space stations and space infrastructure using an incremental, hardware-rich, and capital-efficient approach. Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station to support a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and supporting a growing space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to design, build, and operate its own spacecraft in orbit. Next, Haven-1 is targeted to become the world’s first commercial space station, with launch anticipated in 2027, followed by additional Haven modules. Additionally, the company recently announced two new offerings leveraging its space station components and the heritage of Haven Demo: Vast Satellite, a high-power satellite product line; and Vast Lunar Systems, power, communications, and habitats for the Moon.
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 capable of manufacturing America’s next space station. The company plans to develop future habitats and systems for Mars, dedicated modules for government partners, and other crewed systems designed to unlock the expanding long-term space economy.
Vast is looking for a Deburr Technician reporting to the Supervisor, Machine Shop, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations.
This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach (Gardenia Avenue) location.
2nd Shift: 2pm - 10:30pm
Responsibilities:
- Interpret drawings to maintain part specifications
- Smooth and process machined components after machining
- Polish surface finishes without altering precise tolerances
- Operate a mass finishing barrel tumbler using specified recipes for specific parts and materials
- Meet productivity expectations and production goals
- Maintain a tidy and efficient work environment
- Ensure a constant flow of products and promptly notify management when production is hindered
- Continuously contribute ideas for process improvements
- Hand tapping and installing inserts
- Support adjacent processes including, but not limited to part marking and rough clean
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent years of work experience
- 1+ years of professional experience in a production environment or factory
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- 2+ years of experience in deburring, utilizing various techniques and both manual and automated equipment
- Experience working in a machine shop
- Familiarity with basic blueprint reading
- Proficiency in using various measuring instruments, such as micrometers, calipers, profilometers, and borescopes
- Must be available to work all required shift hours, overtime, and weekends, as needed
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. without assistance, perform repetitive movements, bend or twist, use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and be exposed to sounds, noise levels, and typical shop chemicals (coolant, solvents, cleaners) that may be distracting
Additional Requirements:
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
- Willingness to share knowledge and train others on core processes and procedures
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, and other discounts and perks. We also take pride in offering 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.
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.
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