Systems Test Engineer 1 - Launch Systems Maintenance

Date: Apr 7, 2025

Location: Cape Canaveral, FL, US, 32925

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 958

Location: ULA - Cape Canaveral

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

The Launch Systems Maintenance RS 1 Engineering position is a member of the Operations Systems Engineering team supporting Atlas V, Vulcan, and ICPS rockets at East & West Coast Launch Sites. Responsibilities include:

• Develops, executes, and maintains an In-Service Inspection Plan for hazardous pressure vessels in Pneumatic, Cryogenic and Hydraulic systems.
• Working with design system requirements and Space Force Range requirements, identifies required component / subsystem maintenance.
• Develops maintenance procedures, tracks component maintenance intervals, and conducts system testing of the ground propulsion and mechanical systems.
• Must be able to analyze test data including off-nominal data for accuracy.
• Our team performs troubleshooting of ground systems when anomalies occur. Some testing may involve hazardous system operations, including Propulsion fluids systems (cryogenic, non-cryogenic, hydraulics and pneumatics) and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) lifting operations.
• Our team supports launch day final launch pad preparations and post-launch securing operations.
• This position involves mixed working environments including; office work, writing and reviewing work authorization documents; field and console operations, executing test procedures and maintaining ground and systems.

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

None required

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
• Demonstrated initiative, troubleshooting, problem-solving, coordination, and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with fluid systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Must be available for periodic travel to the other ULA sites.
• Ability to work at elevated heights and small spaces.
• This position will require working extended hours, weekends, and 2nd or 3rd shifts as necessary to support vehicle processing and launch.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong team and project leadership with integration skills.
• Previous internship or work experience with a Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering company.
• Demonstrated experience technically leading teams.
• Proficient with propellant systems component assembly and testing.
• Experience with Engineering Drawings and schematics a plus.
• Experience working with manufacturers and contractors of hydraulic and propellant systems.
• Experience with trouble shooting system and component failures for quick resolution.

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, engagement 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.

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.

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.