Launch Contamination Control Engineer (RS-1)

United Launch Alliance (ULA); Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous paid time off

Flexible work environments

9/80 schedule

Job summary

United Launch Alliance (ULA) is seeking a proactive Contamination Control Engineer RS-1 to join our Centennial, CO team. You will support analysis, design, and integration of Vulcan missions, ensuring cleanliness and contamination control across launch operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering and ability to travel; a DoD Secret clearance is needed for national security space missions. ULA offers a team-focused culture and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited college or university is required.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and solve complex problems.
• Understanding of non-metallic material testing and compatibility.
• Exposure to instrumental analysis and contamination control.
• Must travel and obtain/maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develops contamination control requirements aligned with mission needs.
• Analyzes contamination sources and deposition on payload surfaces.
• Creates contamination control hardware cleanliness requirements and operational guidelines.
• Communicates contamination control program across orgs and with customers.
• Resolves contamination issues during production and launch operations.
• Periodic travel to launch sites and Factory is required.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelors in Chemical Engineering

Tools

GC

FTIR

Microscope

Wet chemistry

Karl Fischer titration

Job description

United Launch Alliance (ULA) is seeking a proactive Contamination Control Engineer RS-1 to join our Centennial, CO team. You will support analysis, design, and integration of Vulcan missions, ensuring cleanliness and contamination control across launch operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering and ability to travel; a DoD Secret clearance is needed for national security space missions. ULA offers a team-focused culture and growth opportunities.