NDT Technician at Virgin Galactic

Who we are

Virgin Galactic www.VirginGalactic.com is on track to become the world’s first publicly traded commercial space line. It is dedicated to becoming a world leader in sub-orbital commercial space tourism with a longer term vision to develop other space technologies that have the potential to open space to significantly more people and users.  If you are looking for a challenging opportunity that will ignite your passion for designing cool and innovative products, are exceptionally creative, are a great problem solver and can make things happen - apply today!

Who You Are

Virgin Galactic is seeking a mid-level experienced NDT Technician to join our dynamic Quality Assurance Team.  This role is for a hands-on person with great attention to detail and excellent people skills.  The candidate must have a desire to learn something new, enthusiasm for the new space industry and be able to mix existing aerospace experience with spaceline inspection development. You will find yourself amongst the best and brightest while being part of a pioneering organization!

Your Mission

• Responsible for accomplishing assigned inspection work on space flight system hardware, assemblies and vehicles.
• Conducts inspections utilizing a variety of NDT methods which may include but are not limited to ultrasonic, penetrant, x-ray, eddy-current, and thermal/infrared and laser shearography.
• Properly utilize NDT test equipment and associated tools to successfully interrogate hardware and structures, make decisions as to their acceptability for continued use and keep abreast of new and advanced test equipment.
• Documents inspection results in both paper and electronic forms as well as complete and sign work records in connection with work performed.
• Assist with development of procedures and techniques for non-destructive testing of metallic and composite structures.
• Support training of other NDT personnel using hands-on knowledge from the vehicles via different mediums as appropriate.

What you bring

• Must have successfully completed minimum training requirements defined in NAS 410, ATA 105 or ASNT-SNT-TC-1A for a Level 2 inspector in UT and PT. Training in other methods is desirable.
• Must have recent, documented hours, working as and NDT inspector and have obtained sufficient experience to be certified in accordance with one of the above industry standards.
• Must have strong working knowledge of aircraft and/or aerospace non-destructive testing processes and the proven ability to conduct inspections with limited supervision.
• Minimum 5 years aviation/aerospace industry experience desired.
• Excellent computer skills. Skilled in working in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience on narrow body and/or business jet aircraft preferred
• Experience with composite aircraft is preferred although not required (commercial or military aerospace application)
• Must display maturity of action and judgment
• Must be able to work under pressure and thrive in a fast paced environment
• Good communication skills
• Perform physical requirements of the position, including use of inspection hand tools, NDT equipment, lift up to 50 lbs., pass eye examination
• Willing to work overtime, travel and be on-call as necessary
• Must have successfully completed minimum training requirements defined in NAS 410, ATA 105 or ASNT-SNT-TC-1A for a Level 2 inspector in UT and PT. Training in other methods is desirable.
• High school diploma/GED is required; Additional experience from an A&P Accredited school is strongly preferred

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.