System Safety Engineer I

Virgin Galactic is seeking a talented and motivated Engineer/Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will be able to perform the responsibilities of the position and meet many of the Knowledge/Experience requirements.  You bring your talent and experience and will have the opportunity learn from on-the-job training. This position is a great opportunity to grow into a new engineering discipline or increase your experience in a career you have had for many years.

Responsibilities:

Support development of Product Safety artifacts for new and existing designs.  An applicant must have experience with and be able to contribute to process improvement for one or more safety analyses from either or both major safety areas below:

System Safety Analysis (SSA)

• Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)
• Functional Hazard Assessment (FHA)
• Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA)
• Risk identification, prioritization, and management

Flight Safety Analysis (FSA)

• Trajectory Analysis
• Debris Analysis
• Probability of Failure Analysis
• Population Exposure Analysis
• Flight Hazard Area Analysis

• Provide support and risk advice to production, maintenance, technical, project or program personnel
• Integrate your deliverable work and the work of your peers into the process flow and design development of the Program

Required Skills and Experience

• B.S. or M.S. degree in an Engineering discipline, Mathematics, or Physics from an accredited university

• General knowledge of Systems Engineering development lifecycles
• General knowledge of software development practices and design assurance methods such as DO-178 or ARP4754 preferred
• General knowledge of electronic hardware design assurance methods such as DO-254 preferred
• Previous exposure to FAA commercial space regulations preferred, CFR §400.
• Exposure to the system safety methods of ARP4761 or MIL-STD-882, with emphasis on hazard mitigation processes
• Basic knowledge of fault tree modeling software to model complex systems including mechanical, electrical, and software integrated systems
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical engineering drawings, to include schematics, wiring diagrams and assembly drawings
• 2 or more years of relevant experience in aerospace or system safety field
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and written communication skills
• Team player with excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Works following guidance from established team processes and leadership.

The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $72,500.00–$105,200.00. 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, gender identity, 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. 

PHOENIX EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
For individuals seeking employment at our Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport facility, employment is contingent upon you obtaining and maintaining a TSA authorized security badge.  This includes initial and annual mandatory background checks that are governed by TSA, and conducted by the Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport badging office.