Pilot
About The Position
Virgin Galactic (VG) is recruiting pilots to support the development and the flight test programs of its spaceflight vehicles, and to operate commercial spaceflights. Successful applicants will be based at Spaceport America in New Mexico. Some work will also take place from time to time at other locations. The primary responsibilities are test flying and commercial pilot duties. Pilots will support the development and operation of the VG spaceflight system in accordance with government regulations and company policies and procedures, and operate the sub-orbital spaceflight service for VG Customer-Astronauts and Science-Research Payload customers.
Requirements
- Graduate of an SETP-recognized test pilot school full (one year) course with extensive post-graduate test program experience.
- A diverse flying background with at least 2,500 hours flying experience to include: multi-engine aircraft with asymmetric thrust performance and handling considerations; high performance fast jet aircraft, and low lift-to-drag ratio glide experience (e.g. simulated flameout landings) in complex aircraft.
- FAA Class 1 or military medical.
- Degree level qualification in a relevant technical field.
- Proven successful team member.
- Excellent communication skills.
- 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.
- Must not be included in the list of Specifically Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons maintained by the Office of Foreign Assets Control.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of 2½ years post-graduate test pilot school flight test experience.
- Operational experience of a commercial aerospace aviation project or business.
- Excellent and current knowledge of a diverse range of aerospace matters.
- A current FAA Commercial (or equivalent) pilot license.
- Ability to communicate aviation knowledge and safety related information simply, succinctly, and clearly.
- Previous responsibility for authorizing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure safe and efficient flight operations.
- Previous experience in spaceflight.
- Commercial flight operations with customer interaction.
- Some of the above desirable criteria may be reduced for otherwise exceptional candidates.
Responsibilities
- Flight duties on the VG Spaceflight System vehicles and other aircraft
- Flight planning activities
- Mission control support roles
- Development of training assets
- Vehicle operations documentation
- Planning, testing and developing follow-on vehicles
- Recruitment, record keeping and training obligations
- Supporting the safety, engineering, maintenance, commercial and marketing teams
- Supporting customer hospitality and training
Benefits
- Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
