Technician II, Tool Control

Virgin Galactic is seeking a talented and motivated Tool Control Tech to be a part of our Flight Maintenance team to support our mission. Guided by our values, “Safety above All”, we proactively manage the risks inherent in human spaceflight through our daily actions in the design, developing and testing efforts. Establish and share the vision towards a common goal while holding self and others accountable.

As a Tool Control Tech, you will be assisting the team in maintaining, repairing, inspecting, issuing and receiving tools to all departments. You are a key player in our goal of starting the world’s first space line and opening space to all.

• Current Work Schedule
• 4/10 Onsite Thursday through Sunday Day Shift (6:00am – 4:30pm)
• Potential Future Work Schedules
• 4/10 Onsite Monday through Thursday Day Shift (6:00am – 4:30pm)
• 4/10 Onsite Monday through Thursday Night Shift (4:00pm – 2:30am)
• Work Location

We are hiring this role in Las Cruces (Truth or Consequences), NM on a full-time basis. Relocation assistance available to move to Las Cruces, NM area.

Responsibilities

Issues tools and equipment to teams and maintains records of tools and equipment issued.

Ensures all tools are kept clean, organized and inventoried.

Makes certain that policy and procedures are always followed.

Identifies and reports broken or worn tools as required.

Marks and identifies tools and equipment, using identification tag, stamp, or electric marking tool.

Confirms that proper preventative maintenance and repairs have been made, cleans and rebuilds tools, replacing components that frequently wear out.

Always maintains a clean and well-organized work area, free of dirt, clutter, and debris where both gear and workspace are at a “show room” standard.

You may be asked to perform other related duties and projects as business needs require at direction of management.

Required Skills and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in the aviation, automotive or diesel tool control field.

Must have or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record that will pass the criteria set by our insurance carrier for on-the-job coverage.

Strong general knowledge of hand tools and their functions.

Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing 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.

Willing to travel and be on-call.

Ability to understand and adhere to Virgin Galactic (VG) policies and procedures.

Proactive, strategic and detail-oriented approaches with a strong commitment to safety, quality, efficiency and effectiveness.

Ability to communicate effectively in a culturally sensitive manner with both individuals and groups.

Strong safety forward thinking, practice good housekeeping, with strong customer service skills..

Familiar with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Seeks out diverse perspectives and helps one another win.

Holds themselves accountable for assigned work product.

Physical and/or Additional Requirements

Work all shifts and available for overtime as well as weekends when needed.

Travel 25% or more of the time.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position – 8 hours minimum.

Able to maneuver in tight spaces through positioning self by stooping, bending, crawling – 3 hours minimum.

Physically able to handle items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds (unassisted).

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The annual U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $53,040.00–$72,665.00. 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

About Virgin Galactic

Virgin Galactic is dedicated to expanding the boundaries of human possibility. Through its spaceflight expeditions, the company offers people a profound new perspective on our planet and their own potential, while enabling scientific discovery and supporting strategic government missions. Virgin Galactic combines world-class aerospace engineering with thoughtfully designed astronaut experiences and a scalable spaceline operating model.

Its reusable, air-launched Spaceships are designed to make spacefilight safe, repeatable, operationally efficient, and increasingly accessible, advancing a long-term vision of opening space to millions for extraordinary purposes. Learn more at www.virgingalactic.com.

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.

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.

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