Vast
CNC Programmer
Vast, Long Beach, California, us, 90899
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 August 2025. 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
CNC Programmer , reporting to the
Manager of Programming,
to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. In this role, you will create programs, set up sheets, and simulation files to support the machine shop in the manufacture and development of our in-house hardware.
This will be a full-time,
non-exempt
position located in our
Long Beach
location.
Shift hours:
First Shift: 6AM-3:30PMSecond Shift: 3PM-12:30AMResponsibilities:
Program complex parts for our mills and/or lathesProficiency in Hypermill and/or EspritWork with tooling suppliers to determine the best tools for the jobUnderstand how to ramp parts from development to productionReduce machine time per part when possibleIncrease overall efficiency of machining operationsProcure tooling necessary for jobsEffectively work as a team and pass on workload to the following shiftSupport and foster a strong team environmentMinimum Qualifications:
10+ years of CNC machining experience and 5+ years of programming experienceHigh school diploma or equivalency certificateWillingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestonesPreferred Skills & Experience:
Working knowledge of GD&TFamiliarity with inspection toolsUnderstanding of CAD and CAM softwareUnderstanding of feeds and speedsKnowledge of G-CodeStrong Mechanical aptitudeAbility to ensure quality parts are produced from programs being created/proved outStrong oral and written communicationCollege or Trade school certificateWorking knowledge of Additive Manufactured PartsMulti-axis Mill, Lathe, Mill-Turn and Turn-Mill knowledgeAdditional Requirements:
Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestonesAbility to lift up to 35 lbs unassistedProlonged periods of standing, pushing/pulling, lifting, and operating machines
Salary Range: California
$28-$44 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 15 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, free catered meals and snacks and beverages, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUSThe 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.
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
CNC Programmer , reporting to the
Manager of Programming,
to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. In this role, you will create programs, set up sheets, and simulation files to support the machine shop in the manufacture and development of our in-house hardware.
This will be a full-time,
non-exempt
position located in our
Long Beach
location.
Shift hours:
First Shift: 6AM-3:30PMSecond Shift: 3PM-12:30AMResponsibilities:
Program complex parts for our mills and/or lathesProficiency in Hypermill and/or EspritWork with tooling suppliers to determine the best tools for the jobUnderstand how to ramp parts from development to productionReduce machine time per part when possibleIncrease overall efficiency of machining operationsProcure tooling necessary for jobsEffectively work as a team and pass on workload to the following shiftSupport and foster a strong team environmentMinimum Qualifications:
10+ years of CNC machining experience and 5+ years of programming experienceHigh school diploma or equivalency certificateWillingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestonesPreferred Skills & Experience:
Working knowledge of GD&TFamiliarity with inspection toolsUnderstanding of CAD and CAM softwareUnderstanding of feeds and speedsKnowledge of G-CodeStrong Mechanical aptitudeAbility to ensure quality parts are produced from programs being created/proved outStrong oral and written communicationCollege or Trade school certificateWorking knowledge of Additive Manufactured PartsMulti-axis Mill, Lathe, Mill-Turn and Turn-Mill knowledgeAdditional Requirements:
Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestonesAbility to lift up to 35 lbs unassistedProlonged periods of standing, pushing/pulling, lifting, and operating machines
Salary Range: California
$28-$44 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 15 days of vacation for non-exempt staff, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, free catered meals and snacks and beverages, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, One Medical membership, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.
U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUSThe 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.