Thermodynamics Engineer 3

Company: United Launch Alliance

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

United Launch Alliance seeks a Thermodynamics Engineer 3 to join our team at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. This position is a part of a world-class team in supporting the Thermal analysis, design, and integration of Atlas V and Vulcan missions. These efforts support our mission to Save Lives, Explore the Universe, and Connect the World.

The Thermal Engineer position includes the following responsibilities:

• Support launch vehicle walk-downs to verify the launch vehicle and its components have been integrated to meet thermal design and analysis intent and certify the vehicle is ready for flight.
• Resolve thermal non-conformances, data observations, and requirement waivers that arise in the field during production and launch operations.
• Provide Thermal support during launch site operations (WDRs and launches).
• Perform thermal analysis for the launch vehicle booster, upper stage and launch facility at both the detailed component level and at the systems level for all mission phases (pre-launch, ascent and on-orbit).
• Interface with other technologies such as but not limited to Structures, Strength, Propulsion Design/Analysis, Mechanical Design, and Avionics.
• Develop thermal analysis process improvements that reduce cost and risk and/or improve vehicle performance.
• Develop procedures and plans for thermal test programs when existing analytical capabilities are insufficient.
• Mentor other engineers in the above responsibilities.

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.

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.