Mechanical Engineer 2

United Launch Alliance; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match plus employer contribution

Discretionary annual incentive bonus

Generous paid time off

Flexible work environments

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

United Launch Alliance is seeking a Mechanical Engineer 2 at its Decatur, AL facility. This role involves designing manufacturing processes, inspecting machinery efficiency, and collaborating with design engineers to meet requirements.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and have a minimum of 2 years of related experience. The position offers numerous benefits including 401(k) matches and flexible work environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
• Ability to work extended hours and/or weekends as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design manufacturing processes for build items in support of assembly areas.
• Inspect performance of machinery to verify their efficiency.
• Collaborate with design engineers to meet requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing

Attention to detail

Documentation skills

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

ERP systems (preferably SAP)

Job description

Requisition Information

Requisition ID: 1825

Location: ULA - Decatur

Relocation: Yes - Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent

Job Overview & Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Engineer 2 at ULA's production facility in Decatur, AL, key responsibilities include:

• Designing and implementing manufacturing processes, procedures, and planning for multiple build items in support of other assembly areas in the factory.
• Designing the sequence of operations and specific procedures for hardware in work center.
• Inspecting performance of machinery, equipment, and tools to verify their efficiency.
• Investigating and initiating corrective action for problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality.
• Providing guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
• Ensuring processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
• Collaborating with design engineers to ensure all products meet design requirements and can be manufactured efficiently.
• Working with quality engineering and production operations to initiate corrective actions of problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality.
• Troubleshooting to resolve manufacturing issues and keep production on schedule.
• Working closely with technicians during the build process and supporting process improvements.
• Identifying and driving continuous improvement opportunities to completion.
• Working collaboratively with multiple functions within the organization to perform job duties.
• Implementing Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM).

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 2 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
• Previous exposure to reading blueprints.
• Understanding of geometrical, dimensioning, and tolerancing.
• Attention to detail and good documentation of observations/findings.
• Ability to work extended hours and/or weekends along with off shifts, as necessary to support testing and production delivery activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with aerospace hardware, working with cross‑functional work groups, and presenting to external customers.
• Exposure to manufacturing techniques and working with an hourly workforce.
• Experience with ERP systems (Enterprise Resource Planning), preferably SAP.

Benefits

• 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.

Security Clearance / 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.

Equal Opportunity

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

Participation in E-Verify Program

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

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.