Systems Engineer 3

Date: Oct 2, 2024

Location: Centennial, CO, US, 80112

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 570

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

• This position is responsible for performing reliability analyses for all Launch Vehicle Families at United Launch Alliance. Efforts include modeling, allocations, predictions, and failure mode assessments.
• Develop and review Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) spreadsheets, including working with RSE (Responsible Engineer), presenting to the customer, and tracking metrics.
• Update reliability analysis for all programs based on design evolution.
• Attend and present at weekly and monthly meetings.
• This position will execute systems engineering activities including requirements development, risk, issue, and opportunity management, team and program execution planning, technical decision making, requirements verification activities, customer relationship communication, proposal support, and Gate Review preparation and execution.
• This position will be responsible for identifying and applying appropriate scaling of systems engineering activities commensurate with the specific project needs.
• Proactively communicates with Program and Mission Management on emerging issues, strategic opportunities, concerns, etc.
• Ensures input data/resources are coordinated and documented in the project schedule.
• Engages and gets approvals of technical authorities (RSEs, CEs, etc.), as needed.

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.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Systems Engineering and Integration processes and tools.
• Experience performing requirements development, integration, and verification management.
• Knowledge of existing and evolving launch system requirements.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams to resolve technical and programmatic issues.
• 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.
• Experience with system level design reviews or major gate reviews (e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.) and presenting to a diverse customer audience.
• Experience with Word, Excel, and Power Point to include the integration of charts for presentations.
• Ability to travel (10%).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with avionics or electrical engineering.
• Experience generating, allocating, and verifying requirements for Aerospace applications.
• Experience with FMEAs, Fault Trees, Fishbones, or reliability analysis.
• Experience with SAPHIRE.
• Previous experience supporting multidisciplinary project teams with an emphasis on launch systems is highly desired.

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).

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