Systems Engineer II

Virgin Galactic • Tustin, CA

17h • $118,031 - $180,069

About The Position

Virgin Galactic is seeking a Systems Engineer to join the systems engineering team responsible for the design, development, and verification of innovative space flight systems. Guided by the value “Safety Above All,” the team proactively manages risks inherent in human spaceflight. The Systems Engineer will work with discipline professionals experienced in systems architecting, requirements definition, development and management, and systems verification and validation. The role supports flight vehicles that enable Virgin Galactic to deliver its customer spaceflight experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant systems engineering experience with government or commercial aerospace/space programs.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using tools such as Cameo or equivalent.
• Proficiency with a requirements management tool such as DOORS for requirements capture and traceability.
• Experience with requirements definition, specifications, integration, and verification involving avionics, aircraft mechanical systems, interior design, electrical systems, and structures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and interest in working in a team-driven culture.
• Safety-forward approach, good housekeeping and tool-control practices, and recognition of the importance of properly handling hazardous materials and chemicals.
• Familiarity with personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Willingness to adjust thinking and behavior.
• Ability to communicate in a timely, respectful manner and remain open to other ideas.
• Must meet U.S. Government export requirements: be a U.S. Person or able to obtain required authorization, and not be included on the Office of Foreign Assets Control list of Specifically Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in Systems Engineering.
• Experience with DOORS, CAMEO, ENOVIA, SysML, MBSE, or comparable toolsets.
• Familiarity with aerospace quality and certification standards such as AS9100, DO 178/254, and ARP4754A.
• Positive, proactive, and resilient approach in dynamic environments.
• Passion for challenging the status quo to elevate engineering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Support systems engineering activities across the project lifecycle, from concept through delivery.
• Evaluate operational needs to define system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters, and ensure compatibility of physical, functional, and program interfaces.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and integrate subsystems.
• Develop and manage system requirements, ensuring traceability from high-level objectives to component specifications, including interfaces.
• Contribute to design trade studies and product development planning.
• Participate in major design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) and customer meetings.
• Perform system and requirements validation and verification to ensure compliance with mission goals.
• Review test plans, procedures, reports, test data, and waivers.
• Practice safety behavior and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness and prevention, and adhere to regulatory protocols and rules.
• Maintain focus on timely execution of tasks and deliverables.
• Work collaboratively to achieve goals and complete assigned tasks.
• Follow directions and guidelines from the team leader to support collaboration across teams 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level