Encryption Hardware Engineer 3

Date: Dec 5, 2024

Location: Centennial, CO, US, 80112

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 717

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

As a Vulcan Development Avionics Components Encryption Engineer, you will be responsible for handling the development and integration of commercial AES-256 and NSA Type 1 avionics components including data acquisition devices and video systems. This position will be the responsible engineer for the new system and component development which includes development of requirements, architecture, design, verification/qualification, and vendor management.

This engineering position will be working on avionics development where responsibilities may include:

• Certified Responsible Engineer (CRE) for encryption, telemetry/instrumentation and video hardware.
• Supporting system architecture and design efforts.
• Developing requirement specifications and supporting development and test of new components.
• Work with team leads and management to execute trades studies and architecture/component down-selection.
• Hardware vendor selection and program execution, developing schedules and technical plans alongside vendors.
• Create test plans and execute testing with ULA vendors and commercial test houses.
• Support and drive component and system SRRs, PDRs, CDRs, and other gate reviews.
• Manage multiple development and test programs simultaneously.

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.
• Understanding of telemetry/instrumentation systems, components, video systems, and sensors.
• Experience with system or component development utilizing AES-256 and/or NSA Type 1 encryption.
• Experience with digital communication busses and protocols including RS-422/485 and Ethernet.
• Experience reviewing, editing and providing feedback on complex engineering drawings, parts lists, PMP, Derating, WCA, thermal analysis, test procedures, SOWs, engineering estimates, and schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, coordination and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to make challenging, quick-turn decisions to ULA requirements and test parameters.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate tasks and activities with cross-functional team members.
• Experience with system level design and ability to create and review specifications, schematics, and interconnect diagrams.
• Self-motivated to manage and close on assignments, testing, and vendor execution.
• Experience with communicating with customers, vendors, and chief engineers
• Available to work test-related issues outside of business hours and available to travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Cyber Security.
• Experience with telemetry, instrumentation and video systems
• Knowledge of program/project management principles.

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $106,904.00 - $166,989.00

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