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 2026. It is part of our stepping stone approach to continuous human presence in LEO. 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 Welder and Fabrication Technician - 2nd Shift, reporting to the Production Manager of Primary Structures Fabrication, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. Second Shift Hours: • 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM [Mon-Fri] This will be a full-time, non-exempt position located in our Long Beach location. Responsibilities: • Weld the Haven Structure for Human spaceflight. • Operate mechanized and robotic welding equipment. • Ability to quickly fabricate, weld tooling to support Haven. • Inspect fabricated parts for geometry acceptance and weld conformance. • Fit, form parts, and clean parts as required and setup welding equipment in preparation for welding. • Perform Class A quality Aluminum weld. • Diagnose weld defects and suggest corrective actions, both in repair and process optimization. • Work with Engineering to improve tools and problem solve. • Material handling of raw goods and finished weldments. • Experience with a wide variety of metal fabrication equipment such as vertical bandsaw, Sanding equipment, Capability to efficiently set up jig tables. Minimum Qualifications: • 2+ years of experience with Class A TIG. • 2+ years of experience with fabrication, and forming experience. Preferred Skills & Experience: • Self-starter, highly motivated working in a fast-paced department. • Automated/robotic welding experience Preferred VPPAW. • 5+ or more years with Class A aerospace welding. • Ability to follow written and verbal instruction. • Familiar working with x-ray technicians and other NDT techniques. • Experience reading engineering blueprints. Additional Requirements: • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. • Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends to support critical mission milestones. • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted. Pay Rate Range: • Welder and Fabrication Technician I: $24.00 - $29.00 • Welder and Fabrication Technician II: $27.00 - $34.00 • Welder and Fabrication Technician III: $31.00 - $38.00 Second shift differential: • Additional 10% on top of hourly pay rate. 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.
See More Details >>We are seeking an Aerospace Orbital Tube welder to become an integral part of our team! The Welder will use specialized equipment to weld and assemble new Tube Duct and Sheet Metal. Responsibilities: • Create and follow procedures to setup and operate the orbital welding system • Work from blueprints and approved drawings • Work alongside engineering to provide insight to process improvements • Cut and prepare tubing and fittings used in the welding operation • Perform setup and maintenance of the welding system • Assist in training other teammates in orbital tube welding • Inspect all completed assemblies using borescope and other inspection tools • Maintain an adequate supply of spare parts for the welding system • Maintain a clean work area, practicing "clean as you go" and general housekeeping standards • Assist in facility needs • Welding of Tube Duct products and other sheet metal • Install and weld various components • Weld process as per AWS D17.1 • Conduct tests to evaluate weld quality and tolerance Qualifications • 1+ year of welding, machining or manufacturing experience OR certificate from an accredited trade skills program in A&P, manufacturing, welding, and/or electronics • Previous experience in Aerospace TIG welding • Proficiency with welding tools and procedures • Familiarity with engineering blueprints • Ability to handle physical workload • Able to Certify to AWS D17.1 • Experience with Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Titanium and Inconel Competitive Pay Dependant Upon Experience Company DescriptionAerospace Manufacturing Company that builds Tube and Duct Assemblies for Airplanes, Missiles and Satellites
See More Details >>Job Details Job Location Arrowhead Products - Los Alamitos, CA Salary Range $35.52 - $35.52 Hourly Job Shift 2nd Shift Job Summary: This is an entry level welding position using GTAW processes on sheet metal. On-the-Job training and certification required. Welder shall meet the requirements to certify to Government, customer and company specifications. It is our intent that a welder classified as a Heliarc Welder shall be capable of performing Class B and Class C welds ONLY. No Class A welding. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Assemble and weld aerospace products to Engineering drawings, customer and company requirements • Set up and operate welding machines. • Perform at acceptable levels of quality and productivity on all welding assignments. • Interpret engineering drawings and specifications necessary to perform welding correctly. • Capable of identifying and recognizing welding problems, troubleshoot and correct with guidance from Journeymen Welder, Lead person or Supervisor. • Capable of manufacturing shop aides/purges used to facilitate welding as needed. • Weld production aerospace assemblies using GTAW processes. • Will maintain work area and equipment in a clean, orderly FOD-Free environment and adhere to all safety standards. • This job description is not all inclusive of all duties. Other duties may be assigned. Education and Experience: • High School Diploma, Trade School Welding Certificate or equivalent; previous manufacturing experience may be considered in lieu of education requirement. • Requires six (6) months experience in TIG (GTAW) welding on light gauge materials (.010-.250 inch) with evidence of certification on stainless steel and nickel alloys. Knowledge, Skill and Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to interpret blueprints drawings, work orders and production planning documents. • Must be able to weld manually and operate mechanized welding equipment (i.e. circumferential positioners and longitudinal seamer). • Must be able to set up weld tooling. • Must be able to interpret weld symbols, engineering drawings and specifications necessary to perform welding task correctly. • Ability to use standard manufacturing measuring instruments such as calipers, pin calipers, micrometers, tape measures, scales, height gauges, depth gauges, etc. • Must be capable of working with tight tolerances such within drawing parameters. • Welder must be able to set up and perform welding with minimal initial supervision. • Welder must have ability to manually weld in turntable positioners and tooling as required. • Must be able to recognize welding problems, troubleshoot and correct them accordingly • Neat and clean working habits, regular attendance. • Ability to communicate both in a verbal and written format. • Ability to perform quality work in a safe and efficient manner. Supervisory Responsibilities: • N/A Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Frequent lifting of up to 35 lbs. • Frequent reaching at shoulder level, pushing and pulling • Bend, stoop, squat occasionally • Sit, stand and walk frequently • Occasional use of computer keyboard and mouse • Constant use and motion of hands and arms • Constant exposure to manufacturing shop noise Special Requirements: • Must be able to pass visual acuity exam with 20/30 or better either corrected or uncorrected in each eye. • Heliarc welder shall initially be certified to AWS D17.1 requirements in Stainless steel and Inconel within 60 days. Limitations and Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment and the content is subject to be changed, modified, or deleted at the discretion of the Company. In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, the Company will make reasonable accommodations with those individuals with a disability as defined by the ADA.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a welder in Long Beach, CA, typically begins with a technical school program or apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning. This pathway allows individuals to earn while they learn, with apprenticeships lasting about 6 to 18 months. The American Welding Society projects a significant demand for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029, with approximately 80,000 positions requiring annual fulfillment. In Long Beach, the median weekly wage for welders is approximately $1,610, with experienced professionals earning up to $2,290 per week. Trade schools, community colleges, and industry programs provide aspiring welders with the necessary training and certification, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
