ULA

Mission Integration Systems Engineer 3

Centennial, Co, United States

$98-154k

Full Time

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Job description

Date: Sep 3, 2024

Location: Centennial, CO, US, 80112

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 464

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

ULA launches the most unique and complex spacecraft systems in the world for a variety of customers. The Mission Integration team is front, and center working directly with ULA’s customers to develop and integrate each mission’s unique interface requirements.
As a Mission Integration Systems Engineer, this position will work alongside Mission Managers and expert responsible engineers to successfully apply ULA’s systems engineering processes to each mission’s SV to LV interfaces. This position will ensure consistent application of systems engineering tools and processes to support ULA recurring mission integration across all ULA customer bases. The position also has a key role in ensuring continuous improvement of these same tools and processes. This position is required to lead multidisciplinary teams to evaluate customer needs and to develop the necessary solutions to support 100% mission success.

The candidate will lead Mission Integration Systems Engineering activities including:

Integration of mission interface requirements specifications
Requirements development and requirements verification activities
Gate Review preparation and execution
Management of risks, issues, and opportunity
Team and program execution planning
Technical decision making
Customer relationship communication
Proposal support
Trade study development
New and prospective mission interface compatibility assessments

This position requires knowledge of Systems Engineering and Integration processes and tools. Experience performing requirements development, integration, and verification management is required. Knowledge of existing and evolving launch system requirements desired. Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams to resolve technical and programmatic issues is required.

This position requires excellent written and oral communication proficiency in conjunction with organization skills necessary to maintain focus and achieve consensus within diverse multi-disciplined teams. Internal and external customer interface activities will require strong communication and leadership skills. The candidate should have demonstrated technical knowledge in areas that drive launch vehicle design such as aerospace structural analysis and design, propulsion analysis and design, electrical analysis and design, software development, and system analysis. The successful candidate will be a self-starter able to work autonomously, learn, tailor and execute processes, and perform in a collaborative environment.

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 working with existing and evolving launch systems or spacecraft system requirements.
Experience leading cross-functional teams in the performance of requirements analysis, development, integration, and verification: trade study management and risk management.
Experience coordinating system level design reviews (e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.) and presenting to a diverse customer audience.
Organization skills necessary to maintain focus and achieve consensus within diverse multi-disciplined teams.
Experience developing, implementing, and tailoring systems engineering processes.
Experience with Word, Excel, and Power Point to include the integration of slides for large presentations to customers.
Written and oral communication skills.
Experience with configuration control and/or systems engineering software tools.
Ability to obtain and maintain active DoD TS/SCI is required. US Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience and background with previous large-scale launch vehicle programs, including the Atlas or Vulcan families.
Experience and background with significant launch system and components.
Experience with requirements development and management in Siemens Teamcenter.

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