Propulsion Systems Design Engineer 4

United Launch Alliance, LLC.; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 127,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Discretionary annual incentive bonus

Generous paid time off

Flexible work environments

Job summary

United Launch Alliance is seeking a Propulsion Systems Design Engineer to join our Vulcan Centaur development team. This role provides design, systems integration, and testing support for propulsion fluids systems (cryogenic, hydraulic, pneumatic).

You will develop subsystem and component designs, run system trades, generate drawings and requirements, and provide supplier and site support to meet production schedules and ensure flight readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Experience with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or fluid systems design, analysis, integration, or testing.
• Understanding of fluid mechanics, structural analysis, and mechanical system design principles.
• Experience developing engineering drawings, specifications, or technical documentation.
• Experience troubleshooting technical issues and supporting root cause/corrective action investigations.
• Ability to interpret engineering requirements and verify system or component compliance through analysis, inspection, or testing.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, suppliers, testing, or operations organizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop sub-system and component designs and requirements to satisfy overall propulsion systems requirements.
• Perform system integration and system level trade studies to optimize designs for manufacturing, producibility and performance.
• Generate engineering drawings or changes as well as assembly and testing requirements.
• Provide direct support to suppliers, factory and the launch site to ensure production schedules are met, anomalies are resolved and operations are streamlined to improve efficiency.
• Perform causal analysis that leads to effective resolution and corrective actions that prevent recurrence.
• Review the as-built product (hardware and associated software) and product test data to certify that the final product configuration and performance meets requirements and is ready for test and/or flight.
• Develop design improvements that reduce cost and risk and/or improve vehicle performance.

Skills

Mechanical design

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Fluid analysis

Documentation

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NX

Teamcenter

Microsoft Office

Project

Job description

Requisition ID: 2241

Standard Weekly Hours:40.00

Location:ULA - Denver

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

United Launch Alliance is seeking a Propulsion Systems Design Engineer to join our Vulcan Centaur development team. This engineering function provides design, systems integration, subcontract management, product technical support and anomaly resolution for the Propulsion fluids systems (cryogenic, non-cryogenic, hydraulics, and pneumatics)

• Develop sub-system and component designs and requirements to satisfy overall propulsion systems requirements
• Perform system integration and system level trade studies to optimize designs for manufacturing, producibility and performance
• Generate engineering drawings or changes as well as assembly and testing requirements
• Provide direct support to suppliers, factory and the launch site to ensure production schedules are met, anomalies are resolved and operations are streamlined to improve efficiency
• Perform causal analysis that leads to effective resolution and corrective actions that prevent recurrence
• Review the as-built product (hardware and associated software) and product test data to certify that the final product configuration and performance meets requirements and is ready for test and/or flight
• Develop design improvements that reduce cost and risk and/or improve vehicle performance

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 6 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering Discipline from an accredited college or university
• Experience with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or fluid systems design, analysis, integration, or testing
• Understanding of fluid mechanics, structural analysis, and mechanical system design principles
• Experience developing engineering drawings, specifications, or technical documentation
• Experience troubleshooting technical issues and supporting root cause/corrective action investigations
• Ability to interpret engineering requirements and verify system or component compliance through analysis, inspection, or testing
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, suppliers, testing, or operations organizations

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Experience in performing structural, fluid-mechanics, and thermodynamic analyses to support and validate design solutions.
• Proficient with mechanical design utilizing NX and Team Center
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office platform tools and Project integrations skills

Summary Salary Range (forULA - Denver only):

$126,765.00 - $211,275.00

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.

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.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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