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Tooling and Fixture Specialist
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At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world’s first commercial space station when it launches, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. 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 Fabrication & Tooling Specialist, Special Projects reporting to the Production Manager, Structures 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, exempt position located in our Long Beach location.
Responsibilities:
- Design, fabricate, and modify tools, fixtures, jigs, and other manufacturing aids to support a variety of special projects across mechanical assembly and structural integration
- Collaborate closely with the Director of Manufacturing and cross-functional engineering teams to understand build requirements and translate them into practical tooling solutions
- Support prototype and R&D builds from early concept through completion, adapting tooling approaches as designs evolve
- Operate manual and CNC machine tools including mills, lathes, grinders, and other shop equipment with a high degree of accuracy and craftsmanship
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T callouts, CAD models, and technical specifications to produce tooling that meets tight tolerances
- Troubleshoot tooling and fixturing issues on the fly and propose effective, timely solutions
- Maintain, repair, and organize tooling inventory and shop equipment
- Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, tooling efficiency, and build quality
- Work safely and maintain a clean, organized work environment in accordance with company safety standards
Minimum Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Toolmaker, Machinist, and Welder or similar hands-on fabrication role
- Background in an R&D, prototype, or low-volume production environment, you are comfortable working with incomplete information and evolving requirements
- Strong proficiency with manual and/or CNC machining equipment
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and 3D CAD models
- High mechanical aptitude and a meticulous eye for quality and precision
- Self-starter mentality, able to take on loosely defined tasks and drive them to completion with minimal supervision
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across engineering and manufacturing team
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries
- Familiarity with a broad range of materials including aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, and composites
- Exposure to assembly tooling for large-scale or complex structural builds
- Experience with CAM software and/or basic CAD modeling (SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar)
- Understanding of manufacturing quality systems and documentation practice
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to stand, kneel, and bend for extended periods in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
- Comfortable working in and around large-scale hardware and manufacturing equipment
Pay Range:
- Tooling and Fixture Specialist I: $38 - $54
- Tooling and Fixture Specialist II: $42 - $59
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
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Machinist
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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Anduril’s Maritime Manufacturing Technology Team is responsible for rapidly developing and implementing manufacturing technologies, processes, and materials for cutting-edge defense hardware. The team is developing deployable static and moving surfaces, undersea and sea to air vehicles, and scaling these products in our new manufacturing facilities.
We are seeking an experienced Machinist to join the team, working in a cutting-edge production environment to advance the state-of-the-possible in maritime manufacturing. You will play a key role in delivering our products to our customers by working hands-on with our engineering team on a multi-disciplinary workflow. This role will include fabricating high-quality parts in a cutting-edge machine shop as well as building assemblies to support the production floor.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Read and interpret technical drawings and CAD models.
- Set-up/operate CNC multi-axis cutting machines (3/4/5 axis mills, lathes, and mill-turns).
- Design/spec out and implement various work holding and fixture methods.
- Troubleshoot issues and make adjustments during the manufacturing process.
- Perform quality control both during and at completion of the manufacturing process.
- Help lead the organization, machine maintenance and cleanliness of the work area.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years experience as a machinist/operator.
- Experience with CAD software like Siemens NX (Unigraphics)
- Experience with 3/4/5 axis milling machines and lathes.
- Experience with Fanuc and Siemens controls
- High level of familiarity with various alloys, metals, plastics, etc.
- High level of tooling and fixture experience.
- Proficient in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Proficient in using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, protractors, tape measures).
- Can own the completion of an assigned manufacturing project from start to finish.
- Ability to flex between R&D fabrication and production tasks.
- Able and willing to jump in on production assembly integration tasks as needed.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience integrating mechanical assemblies.
- Experience working with exotic materials like Inconel, Monel, Titanium, and HY-80).
- General metal fabrication experience (cutting, forming, welding).
- Forklift and/or overhead crane certification or ability to obtain.
- CMM/measurement arm experience (Hexagon, Faro).
- Experience using CAM software.
- Prior work with architecture and infrastructure engineering partners and/or general contractors to build, improve or modify machining systems
- Hobbyist fabricator, welder, builder.
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
Benefits
At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.
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At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demo’s 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world’s first commercial space station when it launches, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. 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 Senior Welder - 2nd Shift reporting to the Shop Floor Supervisor - 2nd Shift, 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 location.
2nd Shift Hours: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM
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:
- 5+ years of experience with Class A TIG
- 5+ years of experience with fabrication, and forming experience
- Experience reading engineering blueprints
- Ability to follow written and verbal instruction
- Familiar working with x-ray technicians and other NDT techniques
- Automated/robotic welding experience Preferred VPPAW
- Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Self-starter, highly motivated working in a fast-paced department
- 5+ or more years with Class A aerospace welding
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:
- Senior Welder: $40.00 - $57.00
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
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