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Virgin Galactic · 1 day ago

Avionics Technician

Greater Phoenix Area

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$45K/yr - $61K/yr

2+ years exp

Virgin Galactic is an aerospace and space travel company, pioneering human spaceflight for private individuals and researchers with its advanced air and space vehicles. They are seeking a highly motivated Avionics Technician to support their Manufacturing team, focusing on the fabrication and assembly of avionics components and ensuring safety protocols are followed during spacecraft manufacturing operations.

AerospaceCommercialSpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Fabricate and assemble avionics components and install on ship to include wire harnesses, data acquisition units (DAU's), and sensors

Adhere to set directions and guidelines from team leader to support collaboration across teams to complete project

Assist in supporting the manufacturing team in installation, design, development, and testing of parts and technologies used on aircrafts or in space exploration

Adhere to assembly instructions to ensure accurate completion of complex project assemblies

Continuously practice safety behavior and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness/prevention; adhere to regulatory protocols and rules

Work collaboratively to achieve goals and/or complete assigned tasks

Qualification

Aerospace technician experienceAircraft manufacturing experienceBlueprint interpretationComputer applications proficiencyManufacturing practices knowledgeSafety awarenessCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum of two years of experience as a technician in an aerospace or equivalent high-reliability field

Experience with hands‐on aircraft manufacturing with composite and/or metallic airframes

Experience with aircraft fabrication and assembly required or equivalent

Demonstrated ability to use computer applications to follow manufacturing work instructions

Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and/or models on paper or digital

Preferred

Knowledge of applying current manufacturing practices and willingness to learn cutting edge spacecraft manufacturing techniques and /or Airframe & Power plant (A&P) training preferred

Demonstrate willingness to adjust thinking and behavior

Ability to communicate in a manner that is timely, respectful, and open to other ideas

Knowledge of lean manufacturing philosophies and tools a plus

Ability to get into the details, while maintaining a broader view

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

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Familiar with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Demonstrated ability to use computer applications for work documentation