Mechanical Engineer 3 - Advanced Programs

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Centennial, Co, United States

$98-154k

Full Time

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Job description

Date: Jul 24, 2024

Location: Centennial, CO, US, 80112

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 293

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

Develop initial mechanical concepts to support trade studies and requirement development, and mature these through preliminary design.
Perform design modifications of existing thin-walled pressure stabilized launch vehicle hardware including GTAW fusion and resistive spot/seam welding.
Perform new design concepts for structurally stable launch vehicle hardware using friction stir welding.
Perform initial structural, dynamics, and/or thermal analyses of design concepts.
Work with other technical disciplines to ensure the mechanical designs achieve verifiable design requirements and meshes smoothly with other elements of the design.
Trace and present requirement flow down into design solutions and analyses results at design reviews.
Support prototype hardware design, build, and development/risk reduction testing to enable successful final design implementations.

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
Experience with the mechanical design and analysis of aerospace structures, including development of CAD models, optimization for manufacturing / producibility / usability, strength and fracture analysis, dynamics analysis, and/or thermal analysis.
Experience with aerospace systems including thin-walled pressure stabilized launch vehicle structural applications.
Proficient with Teamcenter NX or CREO, MS Office, MS Project.
Proficient in drawing standards.
Experience working with subcontractors, including development of specifications and statements of work.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with ULA mechanical design and analysis processes and procedures
Applicable experience with ULA launch vehicles

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $98,339.00 - $153,653.00

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).

Nearest Major Market: Denver