Engineer II, COPV Design

Virgin Galactic is seeking an engineer with a strong background in composite overwrapped pressure vessels (COPVs), preferably with rocket motor and/or propellant tank experience. Ideally the person in this role will have a background in design, manufacturing, and testing. This role requires critical thinking in hardware integration and product lifecycles.
 

• Perform structural design and analysis of COPVs within program requirements
• Support liner manufacturing and filament winding activity
• Travel as needed to assist in vendor selection, and management
• Define, plan, and execute qualification and acceptance testing
• Support acceptance testing data reduction and post fire/flight inspections

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 3-5+ years of relevant industry experience preferred 
• Excellent organizational, communication and problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with COPV design or manufacturing
• Experience with Abaqus and/or Ansys with filament winding module a strong plus
• Experience with CATIA V5 and/or Solidworks a strong plus
• Project/subcontract management experience
• Knowledge of fluid systems sizing and analysis
• Experience with the design of flight vehicles or vehicle systems to a set of requirements or standards such as CFR 14, Part 400, Part 23 and 25, military or NASA

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The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $85,900.00–$131,050.00. The base pay actually offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, and experience and take into account internal equity. Other forms of pay (e.g., bonus or long term incentive) may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. For more information regarding Virgin Galactic benefits, please visit https://vgcareers.virgingalactic.com/global/en/benefits

Who We Are

Virgin Galactic is transforming humanity’s relationship with space. By making it more open and accessible, we are connecting the world to the love, wonder and awe inspired by space travel, helping to create new opportunities for the benefit of life on Earth. Whether it’s supporting cutting-edge research missions for scientists and students, or offering life-changing experiences for the adventurers among us, Virgin Galactic is THE spaceline for Earth. Such an audacious vision requires a team as driven as they are curious - one capable of redefining the boundaries of what’s possible. 

Export Requirements 
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Person (either a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual as defined 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or be able to obtain the required authorization from either the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The applicant must also not be included in the list of Specifically Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control. See list here.

EEO Statement
Virgin Galactic is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Virgin Galactic 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, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. 

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
Virgin Galactic is committed to a Drug Free Workplace.  All applicants post offer and active teammates are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. This can include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and accident related drug and alcohol testing.