Specialist Avionics Test Engineer

Virgin Galactic

$136K — $207K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.Sc. Engineering degree from an accredited university
  • Minimum 12 years of relevant integration and testing experience in aerospace or similar fields
  • Experience with complex electro-mechanical systems
  • Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and written communication skills
  • LabVIEW and/or Python development skills
  • Experience with environmental qualification standards (e.g., DO-160, MIL-STD-810)
  • Knowledge of digital communication protocols (e.g., RS232, RS422, Ethernet)

Responsibilities

  • Develop hardware-in-the-loop test equipment
  • Troubleshoot test failures
  • Support testing of Avionics systems and components
  • Write test plans and procedures
  • Document design issues and collaborate with engineering teams
  • Support avionics production
  • Coach and mentor junior team members
  • Execute system checkouts on the integrated vehicle

Benefits

  • Comprehensive range of medical benefits
  • Financial benefits and incentives
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Emphasis on safety and risk management in human spaceflight
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Specialist Avionics Test Engineer to join our Avionics team. We are looking for a specialist who will contribute to several roles in a fast-paced environment. Guided by our values, "Safety Above All", we proactively manage the risks inherent in human spaceflight through our daily actions. Support the company strategy by holding ourselves and one another accountable for getting the work done.

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!

Responsibilities
  • Develop hardware-in-the-loop test equipment
  • Troubleshoot test failures
  • Support testing of Avionics systems and components across hardware and software
  • Write test plans and procedures
  • Document design issues and work with engineering teams to resolve
  • Support avionics production
  • Execute system checkouts on the integrated vehicle
  • Coach and mentor more junior team members, transfer expertise to drive projects to completion
  • Work collaboratively to achieve goals and/or complete assigned tasks


Required Skills and Experience
  • Must have a B.Sc. Engineering degree from an accredited university with minimum 12 relevant integration and testing experience in aerospace or similar field, ideally working with complex electro-mechanical systems in aerospace or a related field.
  • Experience with embedded system hardware and software
  • Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and written communication skills
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex electro-mechanical systems
  • Experience with component and system-level testing
  • Experience developing test benches
  • Experience documenting wiring schematics
  • LabVIEW and/or Python development skills
  • Experience with NI Veristand a plus
  • Development and validation of redundant systems for safety critical applications
  • Aircraft systems development per DO-254 and DO-178
  • Environmental Qualification standards such as DO-160, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461/464, MIL-STD-704
  • Aircraft/spacecraft wiring per AS50881
  • Digital communication protocols such as RS232, RS422, RS485, Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553 and CAN
  • Demonstrate willingness to adjust thinking and behavior
  • Ability to communicate in a manner that is timely, respectful, and open to other ideas


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The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $136,063.00-$207,596.00. 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 https://vgcareers.virgingalactic.com/global/en/benefits

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 .

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