Propulsion Systems Engineer — Space Launch Software (Relocation)

United Launch Alliance, LLC.; Florida; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

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 is seeking a Propulsion Systems Engineer within the Software Department to develop and test automated launch site control software. You will apply fluids, thermodynamics, and systems engineering to build requirements ensuring the health and safety of the launch crew and vehicle during critical operations.

You will work in an Agile environment with cross-functional teams, refining requirements, designing subsystems, developing code, and testing software that interfaces with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related technical discipline with 4+ years of hands on industry experience
• Experience in the design, operation and/or control of pneumatic systems or cryogenic fluid systems that are used to transfer commodities
• Ability to assess and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and industry/government standards
• Experience with developing requirements and procedures for automated operations
• Experience with reading and navigating code for trouble shooting requirements and test observations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working in a team environment
• Understanding and/or exposure to Linux

Responsibilities

• Develop and test integrated solutions related to automated launch site command control & communication software
• Refine requirements, design subsystems, develop code units and perform integration, test and validation of software
• Work with a highly collaborative team in an agile environment embracing a "fail fast" mentality
• Engage with Product Owners, Technology Architects, QA and/or Automation team members on cross-functional activities to design, develop, and test cutting edge software solutions.

Skills

Verbal & written comm

Teamwork

Linux

Agile development

Java

Python scripting

Pneumatic systems

Cryogenic fluids

Requirements development

Code reading & debugging

Education

Bachelor

Job description

United Launch Alliance is seeking a Propulsion Systems Engineer within the Software Department to develop and test automated launch site control software. You will apply fluids, thermodynamics, and systems engineering to build requirements ensuring the health and safety of the launch crew and vehicle during critical operations.

You will work in an Agile environment with cross-functional teams, refining requirements, designing subsystems, developing code, and testing software that interfaces with