Electrical Engineer Leader 4

United Launch Alliance, LLC.; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 117,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Discretionary annual incentive bonus

Generous paid time off

Flexible work environments

Job summary

United Launch Alliance, LLC. seeks a Labs Operations Leader to manage the Denver EGSE technician and logistics team, reporting to the L5/L6 leadership. You will influence budgets, staffing, and capital projects while driving standardization and continuous improvement.

Requirements include a BS in Electrical Engineering, 6+ years in the field, and 2+ years leading projects or teams. The role emphasizes leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and ITAR compliance in a high‑stakes aerospace

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or related Engineering field from an accredited University.
• Minimum of 6 years of applicable experience in the associated technical area.
• Minimum of 2 years of project management or team lead experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience leveraging teamwork and development opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with personnel issues to ensure performance and team cohesiveness.
• Experience with issue resolution and working with cross-functional teams.
• Written and oral communication/presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, coach, and manage the EGSE technician and logistics team.
• Set weekly priorities for the team and remove barriers.
• Forecast workload and provide staffing inputs to EGSE leaders.
• Develop the Denver technician certification process.
• Oversee annual labs overhead budget as CAM.
• Lead departmental improvements and capital projects.
• Foster an inclusive, accountable team.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Team coaching

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or related Engineering field

Job description

Requisition ID: 2178

Standard Weekly Hours:40.00

Location:ULA - Denver

Relocation:No

Travel Requirements:None/Infrequent

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 the Labs Operations Leader, you will lead and manage the Denver technician and logistics team within Electrical Ground Support Equipment organization. This role will report up to the L5 Labs & Test Assets Leader, working together to establish priorities, forecast budget needs and plan capital projects for Einstein Labs in Denver.

• Mentor, coach, and manage the technician and logistics team within EGSE which includes performance reviews, merits, promotions, and training activity.
• Set weekly priorities for team, focusing on clearing any barriers or issues that arise.
• Forecast anticipated workload and provide staffing inputs to EGSE L5 and L6 leaders.
• Develop formal Denver technician certification process.
• Oversee & approve annual labs overhead budget as Cost Account Manager (CAM).
• Lead departmental improvements and standardization efforts, including capital projects.
• Foster an inclusive team that trusts and is accountable to each other.

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 6 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or related Engineering field from an accredited University.
• At least 6 years of applicable experience in the associated technical area.
• Minimum of 2 years of project management or team lead experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience leveraging teamwork and development opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with personnel issues to ensure performance and team cohesiveness.
• Experience with issue resolution and working with cross-functional teams.
• Written and oral communication/presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience briefing senior leaders and customers.
• Small and large team leadership and mentoring experience.
• CAM knowledge and processes.

Summary Salary Range (forULA - Denver only):

$117,150.00 - $217,564.00

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, 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.

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.

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