Sr. Avionics Test Engineer

Virgin Galactic is seeking a Senior Avionics Test Engineer to join our Avionics team. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience working with complex electro-mechanical systems in aerospace or a related field. We are looking for a generalist who will contribute to several roles in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop hardware-in-the-loop test equipment.
• Troubleshoot test failures.
• Support testing of Avionics systems and components across hardware and software including environmental qualification.
• Write test plans and procedures.
• Document design issues and work with engineering teams to resolve.
• Support avionics production 
• Execute system checkouts on the integrated vehicle.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, as appropriate, in coordination with the Avionics Test Engineering leadership team.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelors of Engineering degree from an accredited university
• 7 or more years of relevant integration and testing experience in aerospace or similar field
• Experience with embedded system hardware and software
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and written communication skills
• Experience with leading and mentoring Junior Engineers
• Experience with component and system-level testing
• Experience developing test benches
• Experience documenting wiring schematics
• LabVIEW and/or Python development skills
• Experience with Environmental/Electrical Qualification standards such as RTCA-DO160, Mil-STD 461

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with NI Veristand a plus

The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $105,700.00–$161,200.00. 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.