Propulsion Analysis Engineer, Advanced Programs

United-Launch-Alliance-

Centennial (CO)

On-site

USD 104,000 - 173,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Discretionary annual incentive bonus

Generous paid time off

Flexible work environments

9/80 schedule

Job summary

United Launch Alliance (ULA) is seeking a Propulsion Analysis Engineer for its Advanced Programs team in Centennial. You will develop and evaluate propulsion systems for Vulcan-Centaur and future launch vehicles, performing system-level analyses and trade studies to optimize designs in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

You will collaborate with multiple disciplines, lead prototype builds and tests, and present results at design reviews.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Proficient with fluids and thermodynamics design and analysis tools.
Proficient with CAD tools.
Familiarity with propulsion system design and analysis principals.
Familiarity with structural design and dynamics analysis principals.
Proficient with Microsoft Office platform tools.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Familiarity with ULA launch vehicles.
Ability to obtain and maintain active DoD TS/SCI is required. US citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

Perform propulsion system level trade studies and analyses to optimize new designs for new programs.
Perform propulsion system analyses of design concepts
Develop system and component designs and requirements to satisfy overall propulsion systems requirements.
Work with other technical disciplines to ensure the propulsion system design meets mission needs and meshes smoothly with other elements of the design
Present concepts and analysis results at design reviews
Lead and/or support prototype hardware build and test