Spaceflight Composite Materials Test Technician

Virgin Galactic

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 62,000 - 88,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Virgin Galactic is seeking a Specialist Materials Manufacturing Technician to join the Test & Evaluation team to advance our next generation of spaceships to space. You will execute materials tests on composites, interpret drawings, and ensure bonding and curing processes meet exacting standards, with mentorship to junior techs.

The role requires a high school diploma, 4+ years in composite testing, and experience with lay-up, vacuum bagging, autoclave curing, and bonding.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent.
4+ years of experience in composite materials test.
Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and/or models on paper or digital.
Extensive knowledge of lay-up procedures, vacuum bagging, and autoclave curing.
Experience with structural bonding using both adhesives and mechanical fasteners.
Experience with strain gauge bonding on composite test coupons.
Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and composite machining equipment.
Familiarity with precision measurement tools.
Experience in an Agile work environment.

Responsibilities

Execute tensile, torsion, compression, flexure and shear tests.
Collect test data and report results to engineers, managers and executives.
Interpret drawings and follow Manufacturing Work Instructions to ensure fabrication accuracy.
Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and quality.
Adhere to set directions and guidelines from team leaders to support collaboration across teams to complete project.
Monitor and control maintenance and calibration of test assets.
Occasional trim, machine and drill composite parts and test coupons to precise specifications.
Occasional adhesive bonding of structural joints using paste adhesives and mechanical fasteners.
Provide mentorship and training to junior technicians.
Execute other duties as required by Virgin Galactic senior leadership to support company and program objectives.