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Receptionist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$49K - $69K/yr

Virgin Galactic is seeking a Receptionist to provide excellent customer service and administrative support to our front office and team on site. When guests arrive, we want them to find a friendly ...

Virgin Galactic

Receptionist

Arizona City, AZ · On-site

$49K - $69K/yr

Virgin Galactic is seeking a Receptionist to provide excellent customer service and administrative support to our front office and team on site. When guests arrive, we want them to find a friendly ...

Virgin Galactic, Inc.

Sr. Engineer, GNC

Tustin, CA · On-site

$108K - $166K/yr

Virgin Galactic is seeking a talented and motivated Senior Engineering for the Flight Controls Guidance Navigation and Control team. Guided by our values, "Safety Above All", we proactively manage ...

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Does Virgin Galactic pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
40% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from Virgin Galactic affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Virgin Galactic?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
40% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Virgin Galactic?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
100% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Virgin Galactic feel treated with respect by their managers?

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
50% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
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Do people at Virgin Galactic enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
100% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Virgin Galactic recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
67% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Virgin Galactic?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
50% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Virgin Galactic?

Most people aren’t given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 83% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and July 2026.

Do people think Virgin Galactic’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
83% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Virgin Galactic is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
50% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and July 2026.

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Lead, Assistant Chief Inspector

Truth Or Consequences, NM • On-site

Virgin Galactic, Inc.
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$72K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Virgin Galactic rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Virgin Galactic is seeking a highly motivated Quality Control Lead to support our Quality team. Guided by our values, "Safety above All", we proactively manage the risks inherent in human spaceflight through our daily actions in the design and assembly efforts.
As a Virgin Galactic QC Lead you will be leading a team of inspectors, overseeing Manufacturing and Flight Operations performed on Virgin Galactic's Space Flight System (SFS) as well as Support Aircraft, ensuring all work performed meets Engineering definition and follows Regulatory, Company, Aerospace standards and safety protocols while prioritizing the "Safety Above All" company values. key duties include training inspectors, assisting conflict resolution, identifying potential defects, and maintaining accurate documentation to guarantee the integrity of spacecraft components and Vehicles.
Responsibilities
  • Assign daily tasking for QC Inspectors.
  • Communicate with QC Supervisors to coordinate and support planning schedule effectively.
  • Follow up on work in progress for Daily tasking.
  • Identify and remove roadblocks for the execution of In process and Final Inspections
  • Ensure proper safety procedures are followed within the team environment.
  • Ensure that Manufacturing and maintenance operations are properly documented on work orders and/or applicable records.
  • Ensure non-conforming articles are properly identified and segregated.
  • Act as a Mentor and Help Develop QC Inspectors .
  • Assists in the maintenance of a business culture which supports Virgin Galactic's overall business objectives and goals

Required Skills and Experience.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Must be a motivated self-starter.
  • Must be able to work under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • A minimum of 6 years of Aerospace industry experience.
  • Must have experience with composite aircraft (commercial or military aerospace application).
  • Non-Conformance process flow experience.
  • Must be familiar with Quality Management System.
  • High school diploma/GED is required; additional experience from an A&P accredited school is strongly preferred.
  • Must hold a FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certification.
  • Excellent computer skills. Skilled in working in Microsoft Office applications.

#LI-AB1
The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $72,134.00-$105,019.00. 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
Who We Are
Virgin Galactic is an aerospace and space travel company, pioneering human spaceflight for private individuals and researchers with its advanced air and space vehicles. We are making the dream of space travel a reality, delivering spaceflight at an unprecedented frequency, with the development of next generation space vehicles .
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 .
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 is met as outlined in our policies. This can include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, and accident related drug and alcohol testing.
Phoenix Employment Requirements
For individuals seeking employment at our Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport facility, employment is contingent upon you obtaining and maintaining a TSA authorized security badge. This includes initial and annual mandatory background checks that are governed by TSA, and conducted by the Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport badging office.

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