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Test Technician (Second Shift)

Vast · Long Beach, California, United States

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
103 days
Vast's roles stay open a median of 103 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
35% of Vast's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Vast
high
202 stale, 5 reposted of 202 open
Hiring momentum
67 roles opened in the last 90 days
↓ down vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-11-14

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Vast's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Vast.

About this role

The Test Technician (Second Shift) at Vast will support the development of systems for human-rated space stations by conducting hypervelocity impact tests and operating various diagnostic equipment. Responsibilities include preparing test specimens, performing inspections and damage assessments, maintaining test equipment, and collaborating with engineers to troubleshoot issues. The role requires adherence to safety protocols and documentation of test results.

Our read on this posting2.8out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Vast as an employer.

What you need

  • 1+ years of hands-on technical experience in testing, laboratory, manufacturing, or related field
  • High school Diploma or equivalency certificate

Nice to have

  • Experience with ballistic testing, hypervelocity impact testing, or materials testing operation
  • Familiarity with high-speed imaging systems and data acquisition software
  • Knowledge of vacuum systems, pressure vessels, or pneumatic/hydraulic equipment
  • Experience in aerospace, defense, or research laboratory environments
  • Understanding of impact physics, ballistics, or materials science fundamentals

What you get

  • 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

Worth weighing

  • Second shift hours (2pm to 10pm) may not suit all candidates
  • Occasional travel may be required
  • Willingness to work overtime or weekends to support critical mission milestones
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted is necessary

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Listed by Vast on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-11-14. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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