Systems Engineer II

<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">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 our values, “Safety Above All”, we proactively manage the risks inherent in human spaceflight through our daily actions.

The Systems Engineer will join a team of talented systems engineers comprising discipline professionals with expertise, systems architecting, requirement definition, development and management and systems verification and validation.

Our unique flight vehicles are critical components in allowing us to deliver a groundbreaking customer experience that includes compelling views of the earth from space, and a one-of-a-kind apogee experience that our customers will never forget. </span>Our goal is to deliver a transformative experience that changes the way people look at the planet and their place in it.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Responsibilities</strong></span></p><ul><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Support systems engineering activities across the project lifecycle, from concept through delivery.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Evaluate operational needs to define system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters and assure compatibility of all physical, functional and program interfaces.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and integrate various subsystems.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Develop and manage system requirements, ensuring traceability from high-level objectives down to component specifications, including interfaces</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Contribute to design trade studies and product development planning.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Participate in major design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) and customer meetings.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Perform system and requirements validation and verification to ensure compliance with mission goals.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Review test plans, procedures, and reports; review test data and waivers.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Continuously practice safety behavior and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness/prevention; adhere to regulatory protocols and rules.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Maintain focus on timeliness and execution of tasks and deliverables every day.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Work collaboratively to achieve goals and/or complete assigned tasks</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Adhere to set directions and guidelines from team leader to support collaboration across teams to complete projects.</span></li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Required Skills and Experience</strong></span></p><ul><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Minimum 5 years of relevant systems engineering experience with either government or commercial aerospace/space programs.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using tools such as Cameo or equivalent.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Proficiency in using requirements management tool (such as DOORS) for requirements capture and traceability.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience with Requirements definition, specifications, integration and verification of avionics, aircraft mechanical systems, interior design, electrical systems, and structures.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Detail-oriented, organized, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong problem-solving mindset and passion for working in a team-driven culture.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong safety forward thinking, practice good housekeeping, tool control, recognizing the importance of properly handling hazardous materials and chemicals.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Familiar with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Demonstrate willingness to adjust thinking and behavior.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to communicate in a manner that is timely, respectful, and open to other ideas.</span></li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Preferred Skills and Experience</strong></span></p><ul><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Advanced degree in Systems Engineering.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience with DOORS, CAMEO, ENOVIA, SysML, MBSE, or comparable toolsets.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Familiarity with aerospace quality and certification standards (AS9100, DO 178/254, ARP4754A).</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Positive, proactive, and resilient in dynamic environments.</span></li><li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Passion for challenging the status quo to elevate engineering excellence.</span></li></ul><p style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </p><p style="fo