SpaceWrench

Virgin Galactic is seeking a talented and motivated Spacewrench to be a part of our Flight Maintenance team to support our mission. Guided by our values, “Safety above All”, we proactively manage the risks inherent in human spaceflight through our daily actions in the design, developing and testing efforts.  Establish and share the vision towards a common goal while holding self and others accountable.

As a Spacewrench, you will be maintaining, repairing, and inspecting all parts of the aircraft. You are responsible for returning an aircraft to service through assigned preventative and reparative work.

Responsibilities

• Aids with the development of maintenance manual definitions for vehicle systems and structures.

• Assists with the spaceline geometrical mathematical model (GMM) development and definition.

• Supports the training program definition with direct input of hands-on knowledge from the vehicles via different mediums as appropriate.

• Accepts responsibility for accomplishing assigned maintenance, preventive maintenance, and repair work on the space flight system vehicles.

• Checks, dismantles, adjusts, overhauls, repairs, fabricates, removes and installs all parts of the aircraft, including propulsion systems (turbine & rocket), avionics equipment & instruments, fuel systems, Environmental Control Subsystem (ECS) systems, life support systems, mechanical systems and hydraulic systems.

• Performs machine tool work and or composite repair work in connection with the above mechanic maintenance work.

• Returns an aircraft back to service after maintenance has been performed as allowed by the spaceline GMM and the privileges of the airframe and powerplant license.

• Completes and signs work records in connection with work performed.

• Inspects parts, sub-assemblies and completed assemblies only to the extent necessary to determine, accomplish and approve own work.

• Works on base maintenance type workloads for the spaceline vehicles.

• Focuses on timeliness and execution of tasks and deliverables everyday.

• Works collaboratively to achieve goals and/or complete assigned tasks.

You may be asked to perform other related duties and projects as business needs require at direction of management.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of overall experience with 2 years in a related field.

• Preferred 5 years of line maintenance experiece, minimum 3 years.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Graduated from a technical college or other recognized apprenticeship.

• Must have a valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved Airframe and Powerplant license (A&P license).

• Qualified to obtain Air Operations Area (AOA) access.

• Must have or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license .

• Certifications or similar within the aerospace, aviation or automotive industry.

• Experience on narrow body and/or business jet aircraft preferred.

• Experience with composite aircraft is preferred although not required (commercial or military aerospace application).

• Experience with life support systems (crew and passenger).

• Preferred 5 years of line maintenance experiece, minimum 3 years.

• Preferred experience with rocket systems and associated solid and/or liquid propellants.

• Familiarity with procedures applicable to the various phases of maintenance.

• Ability to assume responsibility for proper administration of policies and procedures.

• Proactive, strategic and detail-oriented approaches with a strong commitment to safety, quality, efficiency and effectiveness.

• Ability to communicate effectively in a culturally sensitive manner with both individuals and groups.

• Strong safety forward thinking, practice good housekeeping, tool control, recognizing the importance of properly handling hazardous materials, and chemicals.

• Abililty to use computer applictions and MS Office suite of tools.

• Familiar with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Seeks out diverse perspectives and helps one another win.

• Holds themselves and one another accountable for getting the work done.

Physical Requirements

• Work all shifts and available for overtime as well as weekends when needed.

• Travel 25% or more of the time and be on call as needed.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position – 8 hours minimum.

• Able to maneuver in tight spaces through positioning self by stooping, bending, crawling – 3 hours minimum.

• Physically able to handle items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds (unassisted).

#LI-AB

The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $64,235.00–$90,235.00. 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 an aerospace and space travel company, pioneering human spaceflight for private individuals and researchers with its advanced air and space vehicles. We are making the dream of space travel a reality, delivering spaceflight at an unprecedented frequency, with the development of next generation space vehicles. 

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.