Jobbositelock: Virgin Orbit Chief Test Pilot

"For Sweden" (rallybeetle)
02/26/2020 at 13:01 • Filed to: jobbositelock, Jobbie Job, JOBOPNIK, joboppo, Job search, Jobositelock, Virgin Orbit, Planelopnik, Aviation, Spacelopnik, Space

Virgin Orbit is hiring a Chief Test Pilot for a position in Long Beach, California. Apply below!

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P osition Summary

Virgin Orbit (VO) is seeking an experienced Chief Test Pilot . This role will lead the flight crew and operations effort to flight test and put into standard operations a 747-400 modified to serve as an airborne launch platform for LauncherOne, a 2 stage liquid fueled rocket. This is a full-time position at Virgin Orbit’s aerospace facility in Long Beach, California. Flight test planning and engineering work will be performed at the Long Beach facility. Flight testing will be executed out of Long Beach Airport, the Mojave Air and Spaceport, and Victorville Airport. Launch Operations will be flown out of the Mojave Air and Spaceport and Guam.

Your Mission

Manage Virgin Orbit’s flight crew and aircraft operations.

Plan all flight activities and serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) on an experimental 747-400

Conduct flight test for all aircraft configurations, including captive carry and rocket launch operations.

Perform chase aircraft PIC duties as required

Maintain flying currency and proficiency

Contribute to design evolution and systems development.

Assist in directing, planning and executing the flight test program to include flutter, stability and control, structures, systems integration, safe separations and airborne launch operations.

Play a primary role in flight test plan development, technical and safety reviews.

Plan and execute flight test training exercises.

Develop aircrew training curriculum in support of launch operations.

Plan and perform flight simulation evaluations.

Lead the development of launch operations procedures and development of the aircraft flight manual.

Assist in the development of a mission control room procedures.

We are looking for someone who will work well in a small, dynamic and high caliber team.

What you bring

If you want to join us, you’d better have all of these…

Graduate of any SETP (Society of Experimental Test Pilot) recognized test pilot school

A minimum of 3 years fixed-wing Developmental Test & Evaluation envelope expansion experience in large transport or high-performance aircraft

A minimum of 3 years of experience in heavy, multi-engine aircraft flight operations. (highly desired)

A minimum 1,500 hours PIC time in large transport or high performance aircraft, to include 100 hours as PIC during developmental flight tests

Exceptional communication skills to meet both engineering and marketing needs

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or science, with 5+ years’ relevant industry experience.

Working knowledge of aircraft and space systems and familiarity with relevant aerospace standards (FAA, FAAAST etc.).

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Personal Requirements

Our idea of a happy life: build rockets, work with brilliant people, serve purposeful customers, and open access to space. Sir Richard Branson’s belief is “If you get the perfect mix of people working for your company, you have a far greater chance of success.” From the very start, we have placed top priority on growing and fostering a team of creative, diverse, and talented women and men. In the words of Sir Richard Branson “We believe it’s better to have a hole in your team than an asshole in your team!”

DISCUSSION (33)

Spanfeller is a twat > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:07

How much would they pay?

For Sweden > Spanfeller is a twat
02/26/2020 at 13:09

Probably mid six figures, plus a Virgin Racing sticker

Kinja'd!!!

Turbineguy: Nom de Zoom > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:20

I hope so; that’s a pricey neighborhood to live in. They’re looking for a needle in a haystack imho; somebody with all those quals should command low to mid 6 figures methinks. I’d accept less money but would want access to Necker Island two weeks a year.

McMike > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:21

Kinja'd!!!

Chariotoflove > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:21

That sounds like an amazing job.

Put it on CarsofFortLangley’s spreadsheet.

For Sweden > McMike
02/26/2020 at 13:22

Needs a white outline and Doug’s face

For Sweden > Turbineguy: Nom de Zoom
02/26/2020 at 13:24

Long Beach isn’t too terrible. Here’s a house with a pool, garage, and short commute for $565,000

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/4267-Nelsonbark-Ave-Lakewood-CA-90712/21165823_zpid/

Spanfeller is a twat > Chariotoflove
02/26/2020 at 13:24

That would redefine what a "super commuter" is...

user314 > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:25

Does the job include a Vette, or do I have to bring my own?

Kinja'd!!!

Notchback88 > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:29

Well, I’m only a couple thousand hours short. I do have multi engined.....helicopter? That counts, right? Blackhawks count as large transport, right? Right?

McMike > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:29

I’m sorry to inform you that due to a recent update to the terms and conditions , that feature is no longer available free of charge.

For Sweden > Notchback88
02/26/2020 at 13:30

Right

Turbineguy: Nom de Zoom > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:32

A 65 year old 1300sq ft house for $565k? California is even crazier than Connecticut.

For Sweden > Turbineguy: Nom de Zoom
02/26/2020 at 13:33

It gets cold in Connecticut

Notchback88 > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:34

Excellent. Well, I’m going to buy an R8 since I’ve got this job on lock, now.

Wrong Wheel Drive (41%) > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:34

All the cool jobs always require all of the specialized experience. My job title is actually flight test engineer and I have the engineering background. But none of the flying stuff. Sounds like a sweet gig though!

fintail > Turbineguy: Nom de Zoom
02/26/2020 at 13:37

If I found that in my neighborhood (suburban Seattle) at that price, I’d fall over myself in haste to buy it, as I could triple my money in a one day quick flip .

Turbineguy: Nom de Zoom > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:38

Relatively speaking , yes. I haven’t had to bust out my winter jacket yet, though . I zoomed out on the satellite photo of the house; man, that area is so densely populated it’s like a beehive.

fintail > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:38

I like the “you’d better” line - I think I should put in an application just for the lulz. I’ve flown on several planes, so I think I can handle it.

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:40

Have they already tried stealing a Space X pilot?

Turbineguy: Nom de Zoom > fintail
02/26/2020 at 13:40

Seattle is even crazier than California, which is crazier than Connecticut.

Sovande > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:48

Is mid 6 figures $500,000?

For Sweden > Sovande
02/26/2020 at 13:49

Sovande > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:50

I should become a test pilot.

For Sweden > Sovande
02/26/2020 at 13:52

https://www.ntps.edu/

Sovande > For Sweden
02/26/2020 at 13:59

I’d definitely choke on m y own vomit before crashing into a school bus full of children and their puppies on the way to visit a nursing home. Or something.