Virgin Galactic · 12 hours ago
SpaceWrench, Avionics Technician
Truth Or Consequences, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$64K/yr - $90K/yr
3+ years expVirgin Galactic is seeking a mid-level experienced Avionics Technician/A&P Technician to support their commercial space operations department. The role involves performing maintenance and repair work on Space Flight System vehicles, utilizing avionics test equipment, and ensuring aircraft are returned to service after maintenance.
AerospaceCommercialSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for accomplishing assigned maintenance, preventive maintenance and repair work on the Space Flight System vehicles
Checks, dismantles, adjusts, overhauls, repairs, fabricates, removes and installs all parts of aircraft, including propulsion systems (turbine & rocket), avionics equipment & instruments, fuel systems, ECS systems, life support systems and mechanical systems and hydraulic systems
Performs machine tool work and/or composite repair work in connection with the above mechanic maintenance work
Properly utilize avionics test equipment and associated hand tools to perform systems test/maintenance and keep abreast of new and advanced test equipment as well as the use of such equipment
Shall be required to return an aircraft to service after maintenance had been performed as allowed by the Spaceline GMM and the privileges of the airframe and powerplant license
Shall be required to complete and sign work records in connection with work performed
Inspects aircraft, parts, sub-assemblies and completed assemblies
Assist with development and improvement of maintenance manual definition for vehicle systems and structures
Assist with the continual enhancement of the Spaceline GMM
Will be required to, but not limited to, work on base maintenance type workloads for the Spaceline vehicles
The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position
Qualification
Required
A valid FAA approved Airframe and Powerplant license (A&P License)
A valid passport and able to obtain a driver's license
Firm grasp of procedures applicable to the various phases of maintenance
Must have strong working knowledge of Avionic systems and their operation and the proven ability to troubleshoot problems
Willing to travel and be on-call
Qualified to obtain Air Operations Area (AOA) access
The ability to assume responsibility for the administration of policies and procedures
Demonstrated aptitude to work under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Display's maturity of action and judgment
Good communication skills
Work all shifts and available for overtime as well as weekends when needed
Travel 25% or more of the time
Stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
Stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces- 3+ hours min
Physically able to handle items weighing up to 40lbs (unassisted)
Preferred
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of college level education preferred
Certifications or specialized training with application to aerospace/aviation technologies
Graduated from a technical college or other recognized apprenticeship program
Minimum 3 years line maintenance experience, 5-10 years experience is preferred
Experience on narrow body and/or business jet aircraft
Experience with composite aircraft (commercial or military aerospace application)
Experience with rocket systems and associated solid and/or liquid propellants
Benefits
A full range of medical, financial, and other benefits
Company
Virgin Galactic
Virgin Galactic is a commercial spaceline that develops commercial spacecrafts.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.59B2025-12-09Post Ipo Equity· $46M
2025-12-09Post Ipo Debt· $203M
2024-11-06Post Ipo Equity· $300M
Leadership Team
Michael Colglazier
Chief Executive Officer
Aparna Chitale
Chief People Officer & Executive Vice President Customer Operations
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