Structural Engineer 3

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Date: Feb 10, 2026

Location: Decatur, AL, US, 35601

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 1647

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

  

The Structural Engineer will be responsible for supporting the Vulcan Booster design and build process by performing structural analysis. 

The successful candidate will:

  • Perform strength, stability, fatigue, and fracture analysis for structural components
  • Create analysis models, perform hand calculations, and understand analysis best practices to provide strength inputs and recommendations for new designs, installations, ground, and handling equipment
  • Review and approve 3-D engineering layouts, 3-D models, designs/drawings and 2-D drawing changes for a variety of mechanical system components and installations
  • Make engineering design recommendations with consideration of thermal, mechanical, and pressure loading using appropriate material properties, configurations, safety factors, etc.
  • Support internal peer reviews, tabletop reviews, and formal design reviews as needed
  • Support fast-paced design/analysis cycles and be able to evaluate hardware non-conformances to support production activities
  • Participate in internal/external design reviews, and technical interchange meetings (TIMs), and may be expected to present analysis products at preliminary/critical design reviews (PDR/CDR) 

 

Required Education

Bachelor

 

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

 

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or universit
  • Fundamental knowledge of statics and mechanics of materials
  • Understanding of analysis tools and methodology such as:
    • NASTRAN (Static, Modal, Dynamic and Non-Linear Analysis Solutions)
    • FEMAP pre/post processor
  • Ability to make design recommendations based on analysis results
  • Experience analyzing structural components (machined primary/secondary structure)
  • General understanding of:
    • Material properties
    • Bolted joint modeling and analysis
    • GD&T standards and principles
    • Analysis best practices and underlying assumptions
    • Basic hand calculations

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficiency with MS Office tools
  • Knowledge of Launch Vehicles
  • Experience supporting factory operations
  • Knowledge of fabrication processes
  • Integration and Communication skills

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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