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Engineer II, Systems

Tustin, CA · On-site

$88K - $134K/yr

Virgin Galactic is seeking a Systems Engineer to join the systems engineering team responsible for the design/development and verification of our innovative and unique space flight systems. Guided by ...

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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 ... Enter and manage purchase requisitions in ERP system (Oracle). * Prepare expense reports. * General ...

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Receptionist

Arizona City, AZ · On-site

$49K - $69K/yr

Virgin Galactic is seeking a Receptionist to provide excellent customer service and administrative ... Enter and manage purchase requisitions in ERP system (Oracle). * Prepare expense reports. * General ...

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Engineer II, Structures Design

Tustin, CA · On-site

$88K - $134K/yr

Virgin Galactic is seeking a Structures Design Engineer II eager to participate in innovative ... Integrating vehicle systems. * Creating and releasing detailed 3D parts, assemblies, installations ...

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Specialist, Systems Engineer

Tustin, CA • On-site

Virgin Galactic, Inc.
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$136K - $207K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

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Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

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Job description

You will be a Specialist Systems Engineer leading the team responsible for designing, developing, and verifying our next-generation spaceflight systems. Guided by our core value, Safety Above All, we actively manage the unique risks of human spaceflight through disciplined engineering, rigorous design practices, and daily commitment to quality.
This role blends deep technical ownership with people leadership, driving engineering excellence while supporting and developing a high-performing team of systems engineers.
If you thrive on building innovative products, solving complex interdisciplinary challenges, and turning big ideas into reality, we'd love to meet you.
Responsibilities
  • Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing systems engineering team committed to technical rigor and continuous improvement.
  • Drive end-to-end requirements management, including capture, decomposition, allocation, traceability, and change control throughout the full lifecycle.
  • Oversee system architecture definition, modeling, and interface management to enable seamless subsystem integration.
  • Lead verification and validation planning, execution, and documentation aligned with aerospace and human spaceflight standards.
  • Ensure disciplined configuration management, documentation control, and compliance with certification and regulatory requirements.
  • Apply quality engineering practices: defect tracking, root cause analysis, corrective/preventive actions, and lessons learned.
  • Guide risk management, trade studies, and technical decision-making to maximize safety, reliability, and performance.
  • Champion industry-proven systems engineering processes (V-model, DO-178/254, ARP4754A) and lead major design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.).
  • Establish clear vision, goals, and expectations while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented team culture.
  • Ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity of engineering deliverables across the system lifecycle.
  • Partner closely with Engineering, Program Management, and Technical Leadership to ensure cohesive execution.
  • Lead planning for staffing, budgets, schedules, and cross-functional project coordination.

Required Skills & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM with 12+ years of systems engineering experience; master's with 8+ years; or PhD with 5+ years.
  • Proven experience in requirements definition, integration, and verification for aerospace systems (avionics, structures, mechanical, electrical, or interiors).
  • Strong knowledge of systems engineering processes (V-diagram), requirements management tools, and milestone reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR).
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
  • Highly self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.

Preferred Skills & Experience
  • Advanced degree in Systems Engineering.
  • Experience with DOORS, CAMEO, ENOVIA, SysML, MBSE, or comparable toolsets.
  • INCOSE CSEP certification.
  • Familiarity with aerospace quality and certification standards (AS9100, DO-178/254, ARP4754A).
  • Strong systems architecting ability with a holistic, big-picture mindset.
  • Positive, proactive, and resilient in dynamic environments.
  • Passion for mentoring, coaching, and challenging the status quo to elevate engineering excellence.

#LI-MS1
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
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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