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Spacewrench 2 job at Virgin Galactic in Truth Or Consequences NM

Description, duties, responsibilities

Virgin Galactic is seeking a talented and motivated Spacewrench 2 to be a part of our Flight Maintenance 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.

As a Spacewrench 2 you will have built a foundational knowledge on maintaining repairing and inspecting all parts of the aircraft. You will have the necessary experience to aid the team in returning an aircraft to service.

Work Schedules available: ?

4/10 Onsite Monday through Thursday Day Shift (6:00am - 4:30pm)

4/10 Onsite Monday through Thursday Night Shift (4:00pm - 2:30am)

4/10 Onsite Thursday through Sunday Day Shift (6:00am - 4:30pm)

Work Location and Temporary Assignment requirements:

We are hiring this role in Las Cruces (Truth or Consequences) NM on a full-time basis however for the first 6 months of employment you will be required to be based in Mesa AZ on a temporary assignment at our Spaceship Factory supporting our manufacturing team building Spaceships. During your temporary assignment Virgin Galactic will pay for all living and travel expenses. At the end of your assignment you will go back to your full-time location to maintain and operate our vehicles during flight operations in Las Cruces (Truth or Consequences) NM.

Relocation assistance available to move to Las Cruces NM area.

Responsibilities

+ Completes the classroom and On-the-Job training.

+ Accomplishes assigned maintenance preventive maintenance and repair work on the space flight system vehicles.

+ Prepares work records as needed for review in connection with work performed.

+ Studies the maintenance manual content for vehicle systems and structures.

+ Starts the initial service to assigned maintenance preventive maintenance and repair work on the space flight system vehicles.

+ Integrates into the teams that check dismantles adjusts overhauls repairs fabricates removes and installs all parts of the aircraft including propulsion systems (turbine and rocket) avionics equipment and instruments fuel systems Environmental Control Subsystem (ECS) systems life support systems mechanical systems and hydraulic systems.

+ Performs machine tool work and or composite repair work in connection with the above aircraft maintenance tasks.

+ Inspects parts sub-assemblies and completed assemblies to the extent necessary to progress maintenance work.

+ Works on base maintenance type workloads for the spaceline vehicles.

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.

+ Graduated from a technical college a recognized aircraft maintenance training program or military aviation training course.

+ Must have a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate (A&P).

+ Must have or be able to obtain a valid drivers license.

+ Experience on narrow body and/or business jet aircraft preferred.

+ Experience with composite aircraft is preferred (commercial or military aerospace application).

+ Experience with life support systems (crew and passenger) desired.

+ Familiarity with procedures applicable to the various phases of aircraft maintenance.

+ Willing to travel and be on-call.

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

+ Ability to understand and adhere to VG policies and procedures.

+ Proactive strategic and detail-oriented approaches with a strong commitment to safety quality efficiency and effectiveness.

+ Ability to communicate effectively in a culturally sensitive manner with both individuals and groups.

+ Strong safety forward thinking practice good housekeeping tool control recognizing the importance of properly handling hazardous materials and chemicals.

+ Abililty to use computer applictions and MS Office suite of tools.

+ Familiar with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

+ Seeks out diverse perspectives and helps one another win.

+ Holds themselves accountable for assigned work product.

+ Experience with rocket systems and associated solid and/or liquid propellants preferred.

Physical and/or Additional Requirements

+ Work all shifts and available for overtime including weekends.

+ Travel 25% or more of the time.

+ Must be able to remain in a stationary position - 8 hours minimum.

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

+ Able to maneuver in tight spaces through positioning self by stooping bending crawling - 3 hours minimum.

LI-MS1

The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $55059.00-$74431.00. 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

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.

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