Ground Software Engineer 2

United-Launch-Alliance-; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 92,783 - 154,638; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match + employer contribution

Discretionary annual incentive bonus

Generous paid time off

Flexible work environments

9/80 schedule

Job summary

ULA in Denver seeks a Ground Software Engineer to join the Vulcan Development team. You will design, develop, test, and maintain software interfacing with engineering and manufacturing systems. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience in C/C++, Unix, and Git.

Relocation may be available, with a focus on mission-critical software in a fast-paced environment. You will work in an Agile team with Product Owners, Architects, QA, and Automation to deliver cutting-edge software

Qualifications

• Experience with Unix-based operating systems.
• Experience with object-oriented designs and languages.
• Experience with C/C++.
• Experience with Software Configuration Management practices and tools such as Git.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain ground software for Vulcan launch systems.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Architects, QA, and Automation teams in an Agile environment.
• Resolve complex software problems and provide innovative solutions.

Skills

Unix-based OS

C/C++

Object‑oriented design

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

Git

Job description

Relocation: Yes - Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent

Job Overview & Responsibilities

As a Ground Software Engineer in Vulcan Development, you are responsible for developing new software products, implementing modern software design principles and concepts, resolving complex technical software problems, and providing innovative and ingenious solutions. You will work with a highly collaborative Agile team, engaging with Product Owners, Technology Architects, QA, and Automation team members on cross‑functional activities to design, develop, and test cutting‑edge software.

Joining ULA’s Software Engineering team gives you the opportunity to take on unique and mission‑critical responsibilities while shaping your own career path and driving change. This role supports the Ground Software team that develops mission‑critical software used during Vulcan launch vehicle manufacturing, preflight test, and launch countdown. You will design, develop, operate and maintain software and firmware components and computing‑systems software that interface with engineering, scientific, and manufacturing systems.

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 2 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university with 2+ years of work experience
• Experience with Unix‑based operating systems
• Experience with object‑oriented designs and languages
• Experience with C/C++
• Experience with Software Configuration Management practices and tools such as Git

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Python
• Experience with software development practices including:
• Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
• Agile Methodologies
• Test Driven Development (TDD)
• Design Principles

Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only)

$92,783.00 - $154,638.00

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits

• 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
• Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible work environments
• 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.

Security Clearance / ITAR

This position requires use of information 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).

Equal Opportunity Statement

ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

ULA is a participant in the federal E‑Verify Program.

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.