Specialist Technician, Structures

Job overview

Specialist Technician, Structures is an onsite role in Mesa, AZ. The stated annual base salary range is $61,526–$87,516. The role supports Virgin Galactic's manufacturing team and spacecraft production. The technician performs and helps lead bonding and assembly work on spacecraft airframe structures. The role supports quality and efficiency through fabrication, installation, troubleshooting, technician training, and adherence to safety and assembly requirements.

What you'll do

• Support manufacturing installation, design, development, and testing of aircraft or space-exploration parts and technologies. Fabricate and assemble composite parts
• set up fixtures
• drill, seal, install fasteners, and trim or fit components. Train and coach technicians, troubleshoot installation issues, follow assembly instructions, and maintain safety and foreign-object-debris awareness. Read drawings and work instructions and use manufacturing systems and tools.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

structures specialist technician

spacecraft manufacturing

composite assembly

airframe structures

fastener installation

technician training

mesa az

virgin galactic

4/10 schedule

monday-thursday night

$61,526-$87,516

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting states that the compensation package includes a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Why this role

The posted schedule is 4/10 onsite Monday through Thursday night shift, 4:00 p.m.–2:30 a.m.; potential future schedules include Monday–Thursday day shift or Thursday–Sunday day shift.

About the employer

Virgin Galactic is hiring for this role. Industry: Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing. Sector: 33.