What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design for Aerospace Vehicles Expert position at Virgin Galactic?
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Cabin Design Engineer to join our team at Virgin Galactic. As a key member of our design team, you will be responsible for supporting the design of unique aerospace vehicles and ensuring that all technical requirements are met.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Providing design support to engineering teams to ensure fit, form, and function of supplier designs.
- Reviewing and releasing supplier-provided drawings.
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders and suppliers throughout design and production.
- Developing and reviewing validation and verification plans.
- Supporting production and operations teams to ensure readiness for flight.
- Authoring manuals and templates such as design standards and best practices.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Aeronautical, Astronautical, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- 8 years' experience with a strong emphasis in design for aerospace vehicles.
- Knowledge of and experience with designing cabin interior mechanical parts or similar.
- Experience with CATIA V5/6 or similar CAD software required.
- Working knowledge of design using GD&T standards and tolerance analysis.
- Excellent decision-making skills with attention to details.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Team player, highly dependable, strong work ethic, organized with excellent time management skills.
