Vast is looking for a
Supervisor of Avionics Manufacturing, Harnessing, reporting to the
Manager of Avionics Manufacturing, 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
second shift role.
This will be a
full-time,
exempt position located in our
Long Beach location.
Shift hours: - Second shift: 2:00PM - 10:30PM
Responsibilities: - Organize, coordinate, prioritize, and communicate day-to-day development and manufacturing work assignments for a technician team.
- Lead and demonstrate work and safety culture.
- Train and onboard new team members.
- Support team members in daily tasks.
- Assist with optimizing the manufacturing process for avionics systems, considering factors such as efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Participate in design reviews, providing valuable insights to improve the manufacturability and reliability of avionics components.
- Collaborate with quality assurance teams to establish and maintain rigorous quality control processes for avionics manufacturing.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall product quality.
- Meet tight production schedules to achieve high production rates while maintaining quality standards and be able to adapt to changing priorities in a fast moving environment.
- Maintain laboratory and workshop, including cleanliness, stocking of consumables, tool control, and supporting design and build infrastructure to support above activities.
- Read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions in support of above activities.
Minimum Qualifications:- A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a technical field, with a strong preference for candidates possessing a background in the aerospace industry.
- At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role, demonstrating proven expertise in guiding and managing teams.
- Professional experience in a manufacturing environment working within a quality system such as AS9100, ISO9001, etc.
- High School Diploma or equivalency certificate.
Preferred Skills & Experience:- Strong understanding of avionics systems, electronics manufacturing processes, and assembly techniques.
- Experience in CAD software (such as Siemens NX) for reviewing designs.
- Experience in creating manufacturing documentation (such as Standard Operating Procedures and Work Orders.)
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations relevant to avionics manufacturing, such as IPC standards.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to perform root cause analysis.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross- functional teams.
- Hands-on experience with testing and troubleshooting avionics systems is desirable.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
Additional Requirements:- Willingness to work overtime or weekends to support critical mission milestones.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted.
Pay Range: California
$90,000-$130,000 USD
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSBase 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.
