Virgin Galactic plans to offer suborbital spaceflights to the paying public, and is involved in suborbital and orbital space projects. read more
Virgin Galactic Company Culture
Virgin Galactic Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.0/5
Virgin Galactic's Overall Culture is rated C-
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Compensation
A-Perks & Benefits
A-Happiness
BProfessional Development
BDiversity
C+Virgin Galactic CEO
Bottom 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Michael Colglazier
57 /100
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Diversity at Virgin Galactic
Top 50%Top 50% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C+
Diverse employees at Virgin Galactic have rated Outlook, Meetings, and Compensation as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Virgin Galactic
Bottom 40%Bottom 40% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
C
Women at Virgin Galactic have rated Outlook, Compensation, and Team as the highest categories they have scored
Virgin Galactic eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 45%Bottom 45% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-15
Virgin Galactic employees are -15% more likely to recommend Virgin Galactic as a great place to work
| 32% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 21% | Passives |
| 47% | Detractors |
Working at Virgin Galactic
Working at Virgin Galactic is rated below average by 44 employees, across various culture dimensions. Virgin Galactic employees rate Compensation highest among all categories, and think that Environment and CEO Rating have the most room for improvement, putting Virgin Galactic’s culture in the Bottom 35% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 35% compared to other companies in New York. See below in detail how working at Virgin Galactic was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Virgin Galactic
C-
Overall Company Culture at Virgin Galactic is rated C-
Last updated months ago
Bottom
35%
Virgin Galactic ranks in the Bottom 35% of other companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterVirgin Galactic Employee Reviews
Out of 49 Virgin Galactic employee reviews, 68% were positive. The remaining 32% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Virgin Galactic improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 68% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 32% |
Positive Reviews From Virgin Galactic Employees
- What are some of the best things about your team?Collaboration and support of each other
- What are some of the best things about your team?Collaboration and respect on team
- What did you like most about the interview process?The questions I was asked
Constructive Feedback From Virgin Galactic Employees
- What would you improve about your company's interview process?Hire competent TA staff to lead the function
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?The static, past-focused culture clashes with the new Disney influence. This hinders progress and requires strong leadership to evolve and meet modern business needs.
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?Change over the leadership team
Virgin Galactic Company Information
Virgin Galactic Company Overview
Virgin Galactic plans to offer suborbital spaceflights to the paying public, and is involved in suborbital and orbital space projects.
Virgin Galactic Mission, Vision & Values
Virgin Galactic Mission & Values
Our mission, to be the Spaceline for Earth, means we focus on using space for good while delivering an unparalleled customer experience.
Virgin Galactic Vision Statement
We recognise that improving access to space is a fundamentally challenging ambition. We will achieve it only in a spirit of collaboration and with a recognition that we must continually learn and can always improve.
| Headquarter | 65 Bleecker St 6th Floor New York City, NY United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.virgingalactic.com |
| Founding Date | 2004 |
| Tel | 212-497-9050 |
| Company Status | Private |
Virgin Galactic Competitors
Virgin Galactic competitors include Sierra Nevada Corporation and Blue Origin. Virgin Galactic ranks 3rd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Virgin Galactic compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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Virgin Galactic Employees
44 employees at Virgin Galactic have reviewed Virgin Galactic across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 44 Virgin Galactic employees give their leadership a grade of C-, or Bottom 30% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Virgin Galactic are pleased with their total compensation at Virgin Galactic, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Virgin Galactic are generally satisfied with their team. 44 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C. The majority believe the meetings at Virgin Galactic are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Virgin Galactic believe the environment at Virgin Galactic is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Virgin Galactic is moderate. About 28% of the employees at Virgin Galactic work 8 hours or less, while 10% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Virgin Galactic are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Virgin Galactic - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in New York about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. New York employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 74% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Virgin Galactic KPIs and OKRs
At Virgin Galactic 100% of employees think their department KPIs and OKRs are clear. Employees’ understanding of Virgin Galactic's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 2 Virgin Galactic employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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Virgin Galactic CEO & Leadership
Virgin Galactic CEO - Michael Colglazier
57 /100
Virgin Galactic’s CEO Michael Colglazier started in this role in 2020. Michael’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Michael in the Bottom 15% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 15% compared to CEOs of all other companies in New York. Michael Colglazier’s employees rank Virgin Galactic in the Top 15% for Compensation, in the Top 15% for Perks And Benefits, and in the Top 35% for Happiness. Colglazier is generally unpopular with Virgin Galactic employees, but ranks especially low with Female employees. However, employees with 3 to 6 Years experience have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO. When compared to Virgin Galactic’s competitors, Michael Colglazier ranks below both Blue Origin CEO Bob Smith and Sierra Nevada Corporation CEO Fatih Ozmen.
Virgin Galactic Leadership
The Virgin Galactic Executive Team is rated a “C-” and led by CEO Michael Colglazier, Vice President Business Development Richard DalBello, and Vice President Julia Hunter
Michael Colglazier CEO / President
Michael Colglazier serves as the CEO / President of Virgin Galactic.
Richard DalBello Vice President Business Development
Richard DalBello serves as the Vice President Business Development of Virgin Galactic. Richard started at Virgin... read more
Julia Hunter Vice President
Julia Hunter serves as the Vice President of Virgin Galactic. Julia started at Virgin Galactic in April of 2017. Julia... read more
Jon Campagna Chief Financial Officer
Jon Campagna serves as the Chief Financial Officer of Virgin Galactic. Jon started at Virgin Galactic in April of 2018.... read more
James Vanderploeg Chief Medical Officer
James Vanderploeg serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Virgin Galactic. James started at Virgin Galactic in May of... read more
Todd Ericson Vice President, Safety and Test & Test Pilot
Todd Ericson serves as the Vice President, Safety and Test & Test Pilot of Virgin Galactic. Todd currently resides in... read more
Ken Michaels Vice President Business Risk Management & Financial Governance
Ken Michaels serves as the Vice President Business Risk Management & Financial Governance of Virgin Galactic.
George Whitesides Chief Space Officer
George Whitesides serves as the Chief Space Officer of Virgin Galactic.
Virgin Galactic Salaries
How much does Virgin Galactic pay?
How much do people at Virgin Galactic get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Virgin Galactic is $111,064, or $53 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $109,672, or $52 per hour.
At Virgin Galactic, the highest paid job is a Director of Sales at $233,050 annually and the lowest is a Community Manager at $51,125 annually. Average Virgin Galactic salaries by department include: Operations at $96,992, Finance at $87,168, Engineering at $134,876, and Design at $79,188. Half of Virgin Galactic salaries are above $109,672.
22 employees at Virgin Galactic rank their Compensation in the Top 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 68 ratings) while 22 employees at Virgin Galactic rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 24 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $67k | $67k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $85k | $85k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $107k | $107k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $168k | $168k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $233k | $233k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $271k | $271k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $296k | $296k | 100th Percentile |
$111,064*
Average Compensation
$109,672*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Virgin Galactic Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Virgin Galactic
Diverse employees at Virgin Galactic score the company 70/100 across various culture categories, placing Virgin Galactic in the Top 50% of companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Virgin Galactic across various culture dimensions.
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Virgin Galactic Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Gym Membership / Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Virgin Galactic PTO
Virgin Galactic's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year. Virgin Galactic's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1000 -$1500 cash value per month.
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Virgin Galactic Careers
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Virgin Galactic on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 33% | |
|---|---|---|
Engineering | 33% | |
Business Development | 22% | |
IT | 11% |
Candidates By Location
New York City | 44% | |
|---|---|---|
Los Angeles | 22% | |
Gardena | 11% | |
Mililani | 11% | |
Seal Beach | 11% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Virgin Galactic
What is Virgin Galactic address?
Virgin Galactic location is at 65 Bleecker St 6th Floor
Who is the CEO of Virgin Galactic?
Virgin Galactic CEO is Michael Colglazier, their score by employees is 57
What is Virgin Galactic eNPS?
The eNPS for Virgin Galactic is -15
What is the salary for Business Analyst in Virgin Galactic?
Business Analyst average salary in the US is 84k
What are the salaries in the Sales in Virgin Galactic?
The average salaries for Sales in Virgin Galactic is 155k
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