Sr. Mechanical Systems Engineer
About The Position
Virgin Galactic is hiring a Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer with hardware-integration experience in aerospace and/or space applications, including new development and in-service programs. The role develops innovative designs and resolves problems to meet demanding requirements through prototyping, hands-on design, and direct work with vehicle technicians. The engineer collaborates with structural integrity, systems, structures, production and maintenance control, and supply chain teams, with a focus on timely execution and accountability. The position supports human-spaceflight safety through consistent safety practices, Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness and prevention, and adherence to regulatory requirements. It applies established engineering principles while contributing to new policies and ideas, and supports program and maintenance teams through engineering documentation, analysis, reporting, and repair dispositions.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an accredited university, or a combination of education and work experience.
- At least 8 years of relevant mechanical-design work experience.
- Relevant mechanical design and manufacturing experience, preferably in or focused on aerospace.
- Experience with 3D modeling and drafting using 3DExperience, CATIA V5, or similar software.
- Experience with material and part selection.
- Ability to understand electrical schematics and wiring and their typical interfaces with mechanical systems.
- Timely, respectful communication and openness to other ideas.
- Safety-oriented thinking and practice, including good housekeeping, tool control, and proper handling of hazardous materials and chemicals.
- Familiarity with personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Willingness to adjust thinking and behavior.
Nice To Haves
- Some familiarity with SolidWorks.
- Experience with vehicle instrumentation for flight test and health monitoring.
- Experience with composite vehicles.
- Experience with schematics in Microsoft Vision.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with kinematic models and flight hardware; related hobbies are a plus.
Responsibilities
- Develop engineering drawings for parts, assemblies, and installations using 3DExperience and CATIA V5.
- Create process specifications and engineering standards.
- Support the team in developing documents for flight operations.
- Support Production and Maintenance by producing repair and rework dispositions.
- Maintain action-item and burn-down lists for development teams and Maintenance Operations.
- Produce custom reports, including long-lead-item and discrepancy lists.
- Perform trade studies comparing multiple solutions and present them to program leadership.
- Adapt design approaches and pivot between solutions to support turnaround times and commercial goals.
- Direct the application of existing principles and guide the development of new policies and ideas.
- Promote safety behavior and FOD awareness and prevention, and ensure adherence to regulatory protocols and rules.
- Apply learned techniques and contribute to analysis and investigations to solve problems.
- Execute tasks and deliverables on time.
- Collaborate with others to achieve goals and complete assigned tasks.
- Follow directions and guidelines from the team leader to support cross-team collaboration and project completion.
Benefits
- A full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered.
- Other forms of pay, such as a bonus or long-term incentive, may be provided as part of the compensation package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
