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# Test Specialist

- **Company:** Vast, Inc
- **Location:** Long Beach, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $83,200.0 - $145,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Logging, Data Processing, Gsuite
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/test-specialist-long-beach-ca--32d4ee0e-e734-4abd-a60b-7d37b8ba9116

## About the Role

Government, Product Demonstration, Manufacturing, Space Operations, Detail Oriented, Acceptance Testing, Interpersonal Skills, Testing, Instrumentation, Campaigns, * Has prior experience in a specific testing field and electrical experience combined (3+years)

 * HS Diploma or equivalency certificate

Preferred Skills & Experience:

 * Knowledge of running tests using manufacturing and operational procedure focused software
 * Experience setting up hydraulic load and structures testing for aerospace components/vehicles, or similar
 * Experience setting up leak and pneumatic pressure testing for aerospace components and vehicles, or similar
 * Proficient knowledge and skill working with various sensors (strain gauges, load cells, pressure transducers, thermocouples, etc.)
 * Knowledge of PMS (Preventative Maintenance Schedule) of testing equipment
 * Knowledge of data acquisition systems (Analog inputs, analog output, digital inputs, digital outputs)
 * Proficiency with relevant aerospace testing standards (SMC-S-016, MIL-STD-810G, GSFC-STD-7000B, etc.)
 * Knowledge of Jira project management and Google apps: gmail, docs, sheets, slides, etc.
 * Knowledge of maintaining calibrations of instrumentation devices (load cells, pressure transducers, power supplies, etc.)
 * Knowledge of test equipment assembly and fabrication: hydraulic hoses, AN fittings with stainless steel hardline, unistrut, 80/20, etc.
 * Knowledge of light fabrication skills (welding, machining, sheet metal, drilling, mill and lathe)

Additional Requirements:

 * Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones
 * Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
 * Ability to travel to Mojave Air and Space Port with short notice
 * Ability to to work from elevated heights and outdoor environments

## Description

Vast is looking for a Test Specialist reporting to the Supervisor, Structures Test, assisting in development, qualification, and acceptance testing for the Haven-1 components and structure. This role is for a hands-on person with great attention to detail and excellent people skills., * Assists engineering with projects and test campaigns with instrumentation and DAQ support

 * Can setup and operate tests with engineering guidance
 * Consistently brings improvements to engineering with a plan to implement them
 * Setup structural and mechanisms tests for development, qualification, and acceptance test campaigns
 * Prepare test set-ups that may involve crane operations and assist in lifting operations
 * Work on problems of diverse or complex scope with minimal to no guidance
 * Make independent decisions and take action within established practices and procedures.
 * Assist in updating test procedures and provide feedback to improve robustness/automation/duration
 * Troubleshoots DAQ and/or test setup issues and implements solutions
 * Assist engineering with test fixture design and implement best practices for DFM/T (Design for Manufacturability/Test)
 * Review test requirements, RFQs (Request for Quote), SOWs (Statement of Work), etc. as it relates to testing and test equipment
 * Knowledge of running data logging and data processing
 * Has extensive knowledge of a variety of instrumentation (to include load cells, pressure transducers, strain gages, thermocouples, deflection transducers) and can recommend what should be used during testing to fulfil requirements.
 * Can independently create and execute tasks/projects autonomously
 * Can find issues and implement solutions before they happen
 * Assists with training and mentoring less experienced team members
 * Can lead a group of 2 or more test technicians to complete a task or project