Virgin Galactic | Pilot

Pilot

Virgin Galactic is seeking a skilled and experienced Pilot to join their team at Spaceport America in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. This full-time role involves supporting the development and flight test programs of the company's advanced spaceflight vehicles and operating commercial spaceflights.

About the Role

As a Pilot at Virgin Galactic, responsibilities extend beyond flight duties to include flight planning, mission control support, developing training assets, documenting vehicle operations, and contributing to the testing and development of future vehicles. The role also involves recruitment, record keeping, training obligations, and supporting various internal teams, including safety, engineering, maintenance, commercial, and marketing, as well as customer hospitality and training.

Requirements

• Graduate of a full (one-year) course at an SETP-recognized test pilot school with substantial post-graduate test program experience.
• A comprehensive flying background with a minimum of 2,500 flight hours. This experience must include multi-engine aircraft with asymmetric thrust performance, high-performance fast jet aircraft, and low lift-to-drag ratio glide capabilities in complex aircraft.
• Valid FAA Class 1 or military medical certificate.
• A degree-level qualification in a relevant technical field.
• Demonstrated ability to be a successful team member.
• Excellent communication skills.
• The position is based in New Mexico.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• A minimum of 2.5 years of post-graduate test pilot school flight test experience.
• Operational experience within a commercial aerospace aviation project or business.
• Current and in-depth knowledge of a broad spectrum of aerospace matters.
• A current FAA Commercial pilot license or equivalent.
• The ability to convey aviation knowledge and safety-related information in a clear, concise, and understandable manner.
• Previous responsibility for authorizing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure safe and efficient flight operations.
• Prior experience in spaceflight operations.
• Experience in commercial flight operations involving direct customer interaction.