Title:  Maintenance Technical Trainer

Your Mission at Virgin Galactic

Virgin Galactic is seeking a talented and motivated Technical Trainer to be a part of our 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.

The Technical Trainer will be responsible for delivering technical training and developing instructional programs that support the maintenance and operation of the spaceline’s aerospace vehicles. This position combines real-world maintenance expertise with instructional leadership to ensure technicians are trained to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and technical excellence. The instructor will leverage hands-on experience with aircraft and spaceflight systems to develop curriculum, provide classroom and practical instruction, and mentor maintenance personnel in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements. Support the company strategy by holding ourselves and one another accountable for getting the work done.  

Responsibilities

• Delivers classroom and hands-on instruction in airframe and powerplant maintenance practices.
• Supports development and continuous improvement of training programs using direct operational knowledge from aircraft and maintenance activities.
• Translates real-world maintenance experience into engaging instructional materials and demonstrations of varying scope and complexity.
• Ensures all training aligns with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, safety standards, and company procedures.
• Evaluates student performance through practical assessments, written tests, and hands-on demonstrations.
• Mentors and coachs technicians in developing safe, disciplined maintenance habits.
• Maintains training equipment, instructional aids, and laboratory environments as to keep current and consistent.
• Consults with leadership on training requirements, qualification standards, and training plans for vehicles and programs.
• Collaborates with leadership and subject matter experts to ensure training reflects current vehicle configurations and procedures.
• Supports communication channels to ensure staff members have knowledge of training resources.
• Manages timeline of deliverables across multiple projects to ensure requirements are met and evaluation, application, and measurement efforts are completed.
• Practices and promotes safety behavior and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness/prevention; adhere to regulatory protocols and rules. 
• Advocates a strong safety culture and attention to detail across all training activities.

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

Education & Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in aviation maintenance, aerospace technology, or related field preferred and /or combination of education and work experience is required.

Required Licenses & Certifications

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
• Must have a valid passport and be able to obtain a driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain an Area of Operation (AOA) badge.

Experience

• Experience providing facilitation support for instructor-led programs, blended learning, and team effectiveness workshops.
• Previous technical training, instructor, or mentoring experience in aviation or aerospace.
• Experience with narrow-body aircraft and/or business jets.
• Experience with composite aircraft structures (commercial or military aerospace applications).
• Experience performing aircraft inspection, troubleshooting, and repair.

Required Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated ability to manage classroom and hands-on training environments.
• Ability to work collaboratively and under pressure in a fast-paced technical environment.
• Focuses on timeliness and execution of tasks and deliverables everyday.
• Seeks out diverse perspectives and helps one another win.
• Holds themselves and one another accountable for getting the work done.
• Strong understanding of FAA maintenance regulations and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt, iterate, and persevere through ambiguity and change.
• Ability to translate technical knowledge into effective training and instruction.
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to communicate in a manner that is timely, respectful, and open to other ideas.
• Competency using basic functions of the MS Office suite of tools.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Certifications or specialized training within aerospace, aviation, or related technical fields.
• 5+ years of aircraft maintenance experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Travel 10% 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 $69,550.00–$100,925.00. 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 https://vgcareers.virgingalactic.com/global/en/benefits

Who We Are

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. 

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.

EEO Statement
Virgin Galactic is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Virgin Galactic is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. 

Drug Free Workplace
Virgin Galactic is committed to a Drug Free Workplace.  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.