Sr. Engineer, Avionics SW Test

As a Sr. Engineer, Avionics SW Test, you will be an integral part of the software verification team that will be responsible for developing, integrating, and executing software verification across multiple LRUs on new carrier vehicles and spaceships. Guided by our values, “Safety Above All”, we proactively manage the risks inherent in human spaceflight through our daily actions. You will have extensive experience verifying safety critical software utilizing automated test frameworks. In addition, you will take part in avionics software and systems integration and help with troubleshooting and contribute in future updates and modifications.

Responsibilities

Design and document verification strategies and steps for verifying software requirements

Translate verification steps into automated scripts to run on automated test bench

Participate and contribute in creating automated test benches

Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team in designing, verifying and validating a complex hardware/software systems

Continuously practice safety behavior and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness/prevention; adhere to regulatory protocols and rules

Maintain focus on timeliness and execution of tasks and deliverables every day

Work collaboratively to achieve goals and/or complete assigned tasks

Adhere to set directions and guidelines from team leader to support collaboration across teams to complete projects

Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field

8+ years of experience with requirements-based, safety-critical real-time software verification in aerospace or similar field

Experience with requirements-based software testing for avionics

Experience with Vectorcast or similar unit testing tools

Experience developing a regression testing framework with Python

Strong safety forward thinking, practice good housekeeping, tool control, recognizing the importance of properly handling hazardous materials and chemicals

Familiar with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Demonstrate willingness to adjust thinking and behavior

Ability to communicate in a manner that is timely, respectful, and open to other ideas

#LI-AB1

130,028.00The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $130,028.00–$198,302.00. 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.

Accommodation Requests

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position, please contact the Virgin Galactic Talent Team at: VGTalent@virgingalactic.com

Mandatory Notices

Employee Polygraph Protection Act Rights

E-Verify_Participation_Poster_Eng_Es

Your Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal