Requisition ID: 2171
Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00
Location: ULA - Denver, ULA - Cape Canaveral
Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available
Travel Requirements: 10%
At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.
Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!
Job Overview & Responsibilities
ULA launches the most unique and complex spacecraft systems in the world for a variety of customers. The Human Spaceflight team is front and center working directly with ULA's customers to certify our launch systems for human-rated missions, develop systems that protect ground and flight crews, and train and certify teams that support human launches.
This position will support the NASA/Civil and Artemis programs in facilitating and maintaining the human rating of Atlas V, ICPS, and Vulcan. Working alongside chief engineers, systems engineering, system safety, and technical leads, the Human Space Flight (HSF) Integration Systems Engineer will perform the following types of tasks:
- Develop certification products and evaluate changes against those products, including human spaceflight design & construction standards, hazard reports and variances, flight rules, and emergency detection system
- Evaluate human spaceflight safety risks and support presentation to internal and external customers
- Collaborate with external customers to address open technical concerns and risks, including support to NASA insight and CoFR (certification of flight readiness) prior to each launch
- Train for and/or provide training to others for operational support positions to support our customers and keep crew safe, such as HAL (HSF Anomaly Lead) or Ascent Team
- Support proposals for new business for human spaceflight programs
- Drive process improvement initiatives within the HSF team to manage scope of work, business rhythm, and interfaces to other stakeholders
This position requires knowledge of Systems Engineering and Integration processes and tools including requirements management, technical risk assessment, technical planning, trade studies, failure modes assessments. Experience supporting multi-disciplinary teams to resolve technical issues is required. Knowledge of existing and evolving ULA launch systems strongly desired.
This position requires excellent written and oral communication proficiency in conjunction with organization skills necessary to maintain focus and achieve consensus within diverse multi-disciplined teams. Internal and external customer interface activities will require strong communication and leadership skills. The candidate should have demonstrated technical knowledge in areas that drive launch system design such as aerospace structural analysis and design, propulsion analysis and design, electrical analysis and design, software development, system analysis, and ground systems. The successful candidate will be a self-starter able to work autonomously, learn, tailor and execute processes, and perform in a collaborative environment.
Required Education
Bachelor
Required Years of Experience
Minimum of 2 years of related work experience
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in Engineering, applied mathematics, or related technical field from an accredited college or university
- Experience working with existing and evolving launch systems or spacecraft system requirements.
- Experience supporting cross-functional teams in the performance of requirements analysis, development, integration, and verification: trade study management and risk management.
- Organization skills necessary to maintain focus and achieve consensus within diverse multi-disciplined teams
- Experience developing, implementing, and tailoring systems engineering processes.
- Experience with Word, Excel, and Power Point to include the integration of slides for large presentations to customers Written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic and sense of urgency for completing work assignments and meeting schedule commitments.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills; comfortable communicating tailored messages to higher level stakeholders, customers, peers, and subordinates.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, supporting multiple high-priority objectives.
- Ability to travel (10%)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience and background with previous large-scale launch vehicle programs, including the Atlas, Delta, or Vulcan families.
- Experience and background with significant launch systems and components.
- Experience with Human Spaceflight programs, human rating/certification, and/or ascent operations.
Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver, ULA - Cape Canaveral only): $81,695.00 - $136,159.00
Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.
What makes ULA different?
Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels.
We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:
- 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
- Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible work environments
Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.
Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).
ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).
Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted