Electrical Mission Integration Engineer 2

Date: Nov 30, 2024

Location: Centennial, CO, US, 80112

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 100

Location: ULA - Denver 

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

  

This is an opportunity to join the ULA Payload Accommodations team as an electrical mission integration engineer.  In this engineering position you will manage the electrical scope for integrating the Space Vehicle (SV) onto the ULA Launch Vehicle (LV). As the electrical mission integration engineer you will directly interface with the SV customer team and have oversight responsibilities for all electrical activity for assigned missions which includes:

  • Acting as the single electrical point of contact for the SV customer and internal ULA customers for assigned missions
  • Responsibility for mission execution, including technical, cost, and schedule performance
  • Integration of all customer technical, schedule, and contractual requirements to assure successful integration of the SV with the launch system
  • Presenting status and design details at customer meetings as well as program reviews
  • Coordination with payload accommodations, electrical engineering, and other ULA disciplines for mission unique design and analysis execution
  • Coordination of SV/LV integrated electrical testing and electrical operations at the launch site, including review of test procedures to ensure all mission unique electrical requirements are verified
  • Providing proposal support for mission unique scope
  • Providing day of launch support in the Denver Operations Support Center

 

This position also includes a project engineering role which may include development of new tools, conducting trade studies to optimize designs, and implementing design solutions to satisfy overall mission requirements.

 

Required Education

Bachelor

 

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 2 years of related work experience

 

Basic Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university. 
  • Basic understanding of electrical systems (control, power, communication, instrumentation).
  • Basic understanding of systems engineering.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize tasks for multiple ongoing projects.
  • Aggressive about solving issues and acts with a sense of urgency.
  • Must be willing at times to work extended hours, off shifts, and weekends.
  • Must be available for periodic travel to customer facilities or other ULA sites.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Project engineering skills with experience leading multi-discipline teams
  • Proficiency and experience with cost/schedule tools and processes, including earned value management
  • Experience with electrical wire harnessing, RF/EMC interface compatibility, conducting trade studies, and reviewing engineering drawings
  • Two years of relevant electrical integration experience
  • Experience working spacecraft interfaces in launch applications

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only):  $80,292.00 - $125,404.00 

 

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, diversity 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 without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other categories protected by law. 

 

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).


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