Lead Tool Crib Attendant

Virgin Galactic is seeking a highly motivated Lead Tool Crib Attendant with outstanding customer service standards and a positive attitude to play a key role in our organization. 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 You will assist in maintaining an efficient production environment by promptly supplying team members with the proper tools, equipment and supplies necessary to establish and operate the world’s first commercial manned spacecraft production company. Support the company strategy by holding ourselves and one another accountable for getting the work done.

Work Schedule : 4 / 10 Onsite Monday through Thursday Day Shift

Responsibilities

Issue tools and equipment to workers and maintain records of tools and equipment issued and returned.

Receives, unpacks, and stores incoming tools and equipment, and requisitions stock to replenish inventory.

Mark and identify tools and equipment, using identification tag, stamp, or electric marking tool.

Inspect and measure tools and equipment for defects and wear, visually or using micrometer, and reports damage or wear to supervisors.

Locate lost or misplaced tools and equipment.

Create lost / broken tool reports that provide supervisors and quality information about the lost / broken tool.

Ensure proper preventative maintenance and repairs, cleans and rebuilds tools, replacing components that frequently wear out.

Maintain and service Ground Support equipment on a scheduled basis E.G. Tugs, jacks, hydraulic power packs, service carts and other assembly aids.

Perform toolbox audits to ensure technicians are properly checking out the tools.

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

Work collaboratively to achieve goals and / or complete assigned tasks

Required Skills and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum five years of experience as in an aerospace or equivalent high-reliability field with two years of experience working with inventory tool control, materials management, or related inventory Management function.

Two years of experienceleading and mentoring others and / or demonstrated ability to lead and train on technical tasks and projects

Mechanically experienced with general maintenance and troubleshooting of complex systems.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

Understanding of inventory management techniques.

Familiar with equipment, materials, and methods used in the production of Composite vehicles.

Demonstrated a bility to use computer applications to follow manufacturing work instructions

Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and / or models on paper or digital

Preferred Skills and Experience

Strong general knowledge of hand tools and their functions.

Ensure accuracy of records

Track and document usage of tooling and supplies

Monitor inventory levels and work with supervisor to order as needed

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

Knowledge of lean manufacturing philosophies and tools a plus

Strong ability to get into the details, while maintaining a broader view

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)

Experience in high technology, advanced materials or aerospace industries preferred

Strong experience with material movement and computerized inventory management

Required to stand for extended amounts of time.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $66,560.00–$95,160.00. 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 (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.

Salary : $66,560 - $95,160