What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Cabin Engineer position at Virgin Galactic?
Description of Job Responsibilities
We are seeking a skilled Sr. Cabin Design Engineer to join our team at Virgin Galactic. The selected candidate will participate in the design of unique aerospace vehicles and be responsible for supporting the on-time release of drawings and models.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Supporting engineering efforts in reviewing supplier designs for fit, form, and function while meeting weight budgets.
- 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.
- Coordinating with engineering stakeholders during design, production, integration, test, delivery, and operation of air/space vehicles.
Key Requirements
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.
