Lead Technician, GSE

Lead Mechanic, GSE

Virgin Galactic is looking for a Lead Mechanic, GSE, for our Ground Support Equipment team. Guided by our values, "Safety Above All", we proactively manage the risks inherent in human spaceflight through our daily actions. If you are looking for a challenging opportunity that will ignite your passion for designing cool and innovative products, are exceptionally creative, are a great problem solver and can make things happen - apply today! Support the company strategy by holding ourselves and one another accountable for getting the work done.

This is a full-time position at Virgin Galactic's aerospace facility in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the timely and quality execution of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on company owned/leased GSE, SGSE, and vehicle fleet
• Perform diagnostic procedures to determine needed repairs
• Responsible for creation and timely execution of repair plans, ordering parts, and communicating all delays to supervisor
• Assist with and perform standard to complex mechanical and electric repairs on equipment
• Assist with and perform welding repairs with MIG welding, stick welding, or acetylene gas welding
• Assist with and perform daily preoperational inspection of gear to ensure serviceability and operational readiness
• Charge or fuel as needed
• Maintain a clean and well organized work area at all times, free of dirt, clutter, and debris
• Both gear and workspace are to maintain a "showroom" standard
• Ensure teammates practice safety behavior and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness/prevention and adhere to regulatory protocols and rules
• Coach, train, and transfer expertise to your team to drive projects to completion
• Maintain focus on timeliness and execution of tasks and deliverables every day
• Work collaboratively to achieve goals and/or complete assigned tasks

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 6 years relevant mechanical experience
• Minimum of 1 year in a supervisory/lead position with demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and maintain a safe and efficient workplace
• Must have and be able to maintain a valid Driver's License and a clean driving record that will pass the criteria set by our insurance carrier for on the job coverage
• Sound ability to interpret printed or electronic maintenance manuals
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally to support operational needs
• Demonstrate willingness to adjust thinking and behavior
• Ability to communicate in a manner that is timely, respectful, and open to other ideas
• 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)

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Has a strong systems mechanical background and show ability to learn and become proficient on new and/or customized equipment
• Good oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management
• Displays sound judgment, with the ability to make accurate and timely decisions
• Must possess strong motivational, organizational, interpersonal and computer skills
• Sound ability to interpret printed or electronic maintenance manuals
• Ability to adapt to paperless environment, using tablets to receive and record maintenance tasks via MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) software
• Ability and desire to work in a fast paced start-up environment
• *The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position

Physical and/or Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work all shifts and available for overtime as well as weekends when needed
• Must be able to travel 25% or more of the time and/or be on call as needed
• Must be able to stand for extended periods 8 hours min.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces- 3+ hours min.
• Physically able to handle items weighing up to 40lbs (unassisted)

The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $72,134.00$105,019.00. 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

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