Precision Measurement Technician 2 (Sun-Wed 8 pm to 6 am)

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Date: Aug 25, 2025

Location: Decatur, AL, US, 35601

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 1223

Location: ULA - Decatur 

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available 

Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent 

 

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

  

  • Performs a variety of tasks that includes precision measurement of large structural flight hardware utilizing laser trackers, laser scanners, and Faro Arms. Examining engineering drawings and related documents for soundness, efficiency, and design for manufacturing (DFMA), as well as tooling design review and approval. 
  • Performs a variety of tasks that include production dimensional inspection and assembly of large structural flight hardware and tooling, tool design review and approval, tool inspection, inspection and control of method of acceptance tooling, and machine qualification support. 
  • Application of geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T) to ensure product acceptance. Assure drawing to model interrogation by confirming the drawing format conforms to detail/assembly views. 
  • Verify design to design/drafting standards; coordinate drawing requirements to design based upon design specification and design for manufacturing. 
  • Participates and/or leads concurrent engineering activities to ensure design for manufacturability on new designs of large machined components. 
  • Provide input to fabrication, assembly, and installation based on application/analysis of technically derived data. Assists in development of basic data for design proposals, as well as coordinates with other organizations affected by design development. 
  • Provide validation and technical guidance to improve products and facilitate manufacturing operations through improved procedural control of command media documents. 
  • Provide technical assistance/troubleshooting to support cause and corrective action.

 

Required Education

High School/GED

 

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 2 years of related work experience

 

Basic Qualifications

  • Intermediate understanding/interpretation of blueprint drawings 
  • Knowledge of precision measurement equipment and processes (e.g. laser trackers, probing, Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), etc.) 
  • Physical requirements that include no limitations regarding working, climbing, crawling, lifting, bending, and performing precision measurements in an industrial environment 
  • The ability and willingness to take ownership of work activities and ensure they are completed accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner with minimal oversight/direction 
  • Ability to interface and work effectively with various functional groups/organizations 
  • Display high levels of interpersonal communication skills with the ability to accurately interpret messages from others and respond appropriately and professionally 
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook) 
  • Experience in recording and manipulation of data in Excel

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • CNC Machining background 
  • Experience using any type of Computer Aided Design (CAD) software 
  • Two years of applied experience performing Precision Measurement activity while working in a manufacturing environment 
  • Work experience with interpretation of precision measurement results and application to precision manufacturing 
  • One year experience in the analysis and development of measurement strategies to obtain objective data based on drawing requirements 
  • Demonstrated competence in using laser trackers to perform precision measurement 
  • Demonstrated higher level use of Excel to establish data collection & analysis (e.g. Pivot Tables, Formulas, etc.) 
  • Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T) certification 
  • Demonstrated use of Spatial Analyzer Software 
  • Experience with Model Based Definition (MBD) drawings/models

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.

 

 

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.


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