Mechanical Design Engineer 3

United Launch Alliance (ULA); Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match plus employer contrib.

Discretionary annual incentive bonus

Generous paid time off

Flexible work environments

9/80 schedule

Job summary

United Launch Alliance (ULA) is hiring an mechanical/structural engineer to create models and release drawings for fabrication, optimized for manufacturability and use. You will collaborate with subcontract administration and manufacturers through fabrication, test and acceptance, and support first use of hardware for proper installation.

The role requires periodic travel to other ULA sites and involves performing preliminary strength calculations before final review by the Strength team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
• Proficient with CAD software, preferably NX.
• Proficient in drawing standards and experience with GD&T.
• Experienced contributor that can work in a fast-paced environment.
• Work experience on projects with integration between engineering disciplines.
• Able to work independently to develop engineering solutions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Experience collaborating with manufacturing to turn designs into hardware.
• Must be available for periodic travel to other ULA sites; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Create models and produce/release drawings used for fabrication; designs optimized for manufacturability.
• Work with subcontract administration and manufacturers through fabrication, test and acceptance.
• Support first use of hardware to ensure proper installation and processing.
• Perform preliminary strength calculations before engaging Strength team for final buy off.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team player

Independent problem solving

Willingness to travel

Cross-discipline collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

NX CAD

GD&T

Teamcenter

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Requisition ID: 1800

Location: ULA - Cape Canaveral

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

• Create models and produce/release drawings used for fabrication. Designs shall be optimized for manufacturing, producibility, and usability


• Work with ULA subcontract administration and manufacturers through fabrication, test and acceptance


• Support first use of hardware to ensure proper installation and processing


• Must be available for periodic travel to the other ULA sites


• Perform preliminary strength calculations before engaging Strength team for final buy off

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years Of Experience

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university


• Proficient withCAD software, preferably NX


• Proficient in drawing standards and experience with GD&T


• Experienced contributor that can work in a fast-paced environment


• Work experience on projects in which integration between different engineering disciplines occurred (e.g. structural, electrical, test, analysis)


• Able to work independently to determine and develop solutions to a variety of engineering problems


• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team


• Experience collaborating with manufacturing to turn designs into hardware


• Must be available for periodic travel to the other ULA sites or vendors. Must possess a valid driver's license to drive between work locations on a military base where public transportation is not available

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university


• Experience with Mechanical ground systems and s trength analysis


• Experience with welded steel and aluminum structures


• Familiarity with machine shop practices


• Teamcenter, MS vOffice, and MS Project experience

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.