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Aerospace Propulsion Design Engineer

2 months ago


Tustin, California, United States Virgin Galactic Full time
Job Title: Aerospace Propulsion Design Engineer

Virgin Galactic is seeking an experienced aerospace propulsion design engineer to join our team. As a key member of our Spaceship Propulsion team, you will be responsible for designing, modeling, and analyzing engineering solutions for components and subsystems in the hybrid propulsion system of our spaceship.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop 3D CAD models and 2D engineering definitions for detail parts, assemblies, and installations inside the spaceship.
  • Establish manufacturing tolerances for production of components.
  • Develop and document system requirements and interface constraints for components.
  • Review, update, and compile engineering analytical definitions.
  • Perform preliminary stress analysis.
  • Support review of manufacturing plans and procedures to ensure compliance with requirements.
  • Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure component performance in flight environments.
  • Support verification activities to ensure that the propulsion system meets requirements.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum 4 years relevant industry experience.
  • Proficient with CATIA V5 and preferred experience with 3D experience.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing methods for various materials.
  • Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software and configuration management processes.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
What We Offer:

Virgin Galactic offers a competitive salary range of $85,900.00–$131,000.00 per year, depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, and experience. In addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, we also offer other forms of pay, such as bonus or long-term incentive, as part of the compensation package.

About Us:

Virgin Galactic is transforming humanity's relationship with space by making it more open and accessible. We are connecting the world to the love, wonder, and awe inspired by space travel, helping to create new opportunities for the benefit of life on Earth.

Export Requirements:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants 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.

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 are met as outlined in our policies.