Factory Systems Engineering Integrator 4

United Launch Alliance (ULA); Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Annual bonus

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

9/80 schedule

Job summary

United Launch Alliance (ULA) in Decatur, Alabama, is seeking a Factory System Engineering Integrator to join our multi-disciplinary Systems Engineering Team. You will drive rigorous systems engineering for the Vulcan Launch Vehicle, supporting embedded Decatur factory scope and coordinating with Denver teams.

Minimum 6 years of related experience and a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field are required. You will develop requirements, perform verification, manage risk, and lead cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM or related field from an accredited institution.
• Manufacturing experience required.
• Experience with requirements development, integration and verification.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams on technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems engineering for Decatur factory scope within the Vulcan program.
• Coordinate integration of subsystems to function as an overall system.
• Develop and verify requirements; support risk, trade studies and gate reviews.
• Lead cross-functional teams on complex integration issues.
• Mentor junior engineers and interface with customers.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Requirements development and verif.

Cross-functional team integration

Leadership on technical projects

Independent working

Written & oral communication

Organization & multi-priority

Teamcenter & MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM or related field

Tools

Teamcenter

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Requisition ID: 2002

Location: ULA - Decatur

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

The Factory System Engineering Integrator is part of a multi-disciplinary Systems Engineering Team in the Recurring Chief Engineer’s Office, responsible for driving rigorous systems engineering into ULA’s Vulcan Launch Vehicle Systems. Responsibilities of this role include:

• Embedded Decatur factory scope systems engineering support while operating as part of the larger systems engineering team more heavily centered in Denver.
• Performing integration ensuring that subsystems function together as an integrated system by managing tooling, facility, human, mechanical, propulsion, avionics, software, and analysis interfaces.
• Supporting all systems engineering activities including requirements development and verification, failure mode analysis, test-like-you fly, risk/issue/opportunity management, trade studies, and gate reviews.
• Supporting all phases of total system product: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, certification, operation, reuse, maintenance, and disposal.
• Applying appropriate scaling of systems engineering activities commensurate with the specific project needs.
• Developing project schedules and then executing them to meet critical milestones.
• Leading cross-functional project teams on complex integration issues.
• Interfacing with external customers and presents in customer reviewers.
• Leading systems engineering process and tool development and continuous improvement.
• Synchronizing with the Vulcan Development organization to ensure Recurring operations successfully onboards new capabilities.
• Mentoring junior engineers, helping develop a cadre of world-class Systems Engineers at ULA.

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years Of Experience

Minimum of 6 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or relevant technical field from an accredited college or university.
• Manufacturing experience.
• Experience developing, integrating, and verifying requirements.
• Experience integrating complex topics with cross-functional teams.
• Proven experience of demonstrating initiative, teamwork, and leadership skills on previous technical projects.
• Proven experience of operating independently.
• Effective communicator in both written and presentation formats.
• Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple priorities.
• Experience with Teamcenter (or equivalent) requirements management software, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience in an Aerospace company.
• Diversity of previous engineering experience.
• Previous work experience operating in a technical lead capacity.
• Advanced understanding of systems engineering principles including digital engineering / MBSE principles.

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.