Sr. Structural Design Engineer

Virgin Galactic is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Design Engineer to join our Operations team. This engineering position will use 3Dx, CATIA, Excel, Matlab, and possibly other tools to determine modifications, repairs, Material Review Board, and other structural design issues resulting from the flight test and commercial operation of our flight vehicles. This position requires intimate knowledge of aircraft/spacecraft manufacturing techniques as well as the types of materials used and the properties of each material. Provide cross-functional support to other members of the engineering organization as necessary to ensure safe and efficient product delivery.

Responsabilities

• Selects appropriate methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to resolve complex engineering issues.
• Anticipates and resolves issues by developing standards and guidelines for diverse engineering activities.
• Ability to solve problems with a balance of technical product, cost, and schedule.
• Determines technical objectives of assignments and makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative.
• Maintains current knowledge of developments in the field of specialty and/or other related spacecraft innovations to improve quality and effectiveness of product.
• Be the in-house operational expert on Structural changes to the aircraft due to repairs/modifications and damage that may occur in commercial operations.
• Lead teams to accomplish the above goals as needed.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment interfacing with Engineers, Mechanics and management in real-time to resolve problems.
  
  

Required Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical, Aeronautical or related Engineering discipline.
• 8 years or more experience design engineering for aerospace composite fabrication and assembly processes
• Strong technology skills, including Excel, Catia V5, 3Dx, Matlab and related engineering design and analysis tools
• Required Workbenches: Part Design, Assembly Design, Sketcher, Drafting, Wireframe and Surface Design
• Desired Workbenches: Generative Shape Design (GSD), Composites (CPD) Experience using GD&T and ASME Y14.5M-1994 drafting standards
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods for various materials (composite layup, metal machining, 3D printing, bonded assembly, mechanical assembly)
• Experience designing aerospace environments desired
• Experience in the development of human spaceflight hardware desired
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software and configuration management processes
• Working knowledge of aircraft and space systems and familiarity with relevant aerospace standards (FAA, FAA‐AST etc).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills Strong team player
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
  
  

The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $108,871.00–$166,036.00. 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.