Electrical & RF Engineering Program Manager 4

Date: Nov 28, 2024

Location: Centennial, CO, US, 80112

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 698

Location: ULA - Denver

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: 25%

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

As a Vulcan Avionics Component Lead you will be leading the inception, design, and qualification of future hardware designs for Vulcan development programs that include Reuse, Upperstage Advancements (USA), RF and Telemetry Components, and advanced programs. Responsibilities may include:

• Management of a team to execute development of Encryption components, new RF and telemetry hardware, and instrumentation systems.
• Executing trade studies for new components and architectures of encryption (AES256 & Type 1), communication, RF and telemetry, and instrumentation components.
• Drive definition of new hardware component requirements.
• Manage contracts with supply chain leading SOW (Statement of Work) creation, engineering estimates, and negotiations.
• Integrating Avionics components onto the launch vehicle.
• Project and Program management of vendors including schedule creation, design, and driving execution.
• Ownership of the ULA internal integrated master schedule and execution.
• Mentor and guide engineers through development process of inception, requirements definition, gate reviews, and qualification.

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 6 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other related technical field from an accredited college or university.
• Demonstrated technical leadership of multifunctional teams.
• Experience driving team execution and teamwork.
• Strong experience with Global RF System: Transmitters, Receivers, Antennas, Couplers/Dividers, Amplifiers, Cables, etc.
• Knowledge of AES256 and Type1 Encryption architecture and components.
• Demonstrated experience in taking a program from conception through qualification, including building schedules, vendor down-selection, vendor contracts, design, gate reviews, and qualification.
• Experience reviewing, editing and providing feedback on complex engineering drawings, parts lists, PMP Derating, WCA, thermal analysis, test procedures, SOWs, engineering estimates, and schematics.
• Experience with designing circuits schematics, printed wiring board layouts, and circuit card production.
• Strong experience with independent troubleshooting and problem-solving of complex issues.
• Able to effectively work and integrate with ground systems and software teams.
• Experience out briefing customers, vendors, and chief engineers with complicated problems and solutions.
• Available to work vendor-related issues outside of business hours and available to travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 2 years of experience leading and mentoring a team.

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $130,775.00 - $204,383.00

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