ALSE Tech

Virgin Galactic is seeking a talented and motivated Aircraft Life Support Equipment (ALSE) Technician to be a part of our Spacewrench 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.

The candidate must have a desire to learn something new, enthusiasm for the new space industry and be able to mix aerospace enthusiasm and experience with Spaceline ALSE development and maintenance. The crew’s safety will be ensured through the inspection, repair, and modification to the developed ALSE equipment. 

Responsibilities

•  Completes assigned integration, maintenance, preventive maintenance and repair work on the ALSE equipment including, but not limited to, parachutes, helmets, masks, comm equipment, oxygen systems, Personal Locator Beacons (PLB) and survival equipment.

•  Checks, dismantles, adjusts, overhauls, repairs, fabricates, removes and installs aircraft based ALSE systems and standalone ALSE assets.

•  Returns ALSE to service after maintenance had been performed as allowed by the Spaceline General Maintenance Manual (GMM), shall be required to complete and sign work records in connection with work performed.

•  Works closely with Virgin Galactic (VG) maintenance leadership, pilots, trainers, doctors, designers and engineers to continuously improve systems, processes, and operations for our Spaceship and Launch Vehicle flight crew equipment mechanical and/or life support systems.

•  Supports the training program definition and development with direct input of hands-on knowledge of ALSE via different mediums.

•  Trains Pilots and maintenance (MX) crews as required on ALSE equipment and systems, including assisting in proper sizing, fitting and adjustment of ALSE.

•  Develops and implement Planned Maintenance (PM) requirements for ALSE.

•  Sets up, tracks, and executes maintenance for ALSE in the Maintenance Tracking System (Maintenance, Repair, & Overhaul (MRO), Ultramain).

•  Assists with development of maintenance manual definition for ALSE systems and assets.

•  Aids with the Spaceline GMM development and definition.

•  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

•  High school diploma or equivalent.

•  5+ years of ALSE maintenance experience and specialized training.

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

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

•  Aircraft maintenance experience.

•  Must be familiar with procedures applicable to the various phases of ALSE maintenance.

•  Ability to work under pressure in fast paced environment.

•  Must have good communication skills.

•  Willing to travel and be on-call and work any shift as required.

•  Demonstrates initiative in pursuit of company goals and values with safety at the core of all endeavors.

•  Seeks out diverse perspectives and helps one another win.

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

Preferred Skills and Experience

•  A valid Federal Aviaition Administration (FAA) approved Airframe and Powerplant license (A&P License).

•  Valid FAA approved Parachute Riggers Certification.

•  Proficiency with maintenance tracking (Maintenance, Repair, & Overhaul (MRO), Ultramain) software.

•  Commercial passenger operations experience.   

•  2 years of college level education.

Physical Requirements

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

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

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

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The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $53,040.00–$72,665.00. 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. 

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