Senior System Safety Engineer (Space Launch)

United Launch Alliance (ULA); Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 121,000 - 202,000; 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 in Denver is seeking a Range Safety/FAA Coordinator for System Safety Engineering. You will focus on safety requirements management, support licensing, and lead safety-related deliverables, collaborating across programs and customers.

The role requires a bachelor’s in engineering, 8+ years of related experience, ability to travel up to 25%, and eligibility for a DoD security clearance. Strong leadership and independent work skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline from an accredited college or university.
• 8+ years of related experience (Masters degree substitutes for 2 years of experience).
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects to successful completion.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and maintain schedule adherence for assigned work scope.
• Demonstrated teamwork/interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated group presentation skills.
• Limited domestic travel may be required (up to 25% depending on program needs).
• Must be able to obtain a DoD Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Range Safety/FAA Coordinator for System Safety Engineering.
• Focus on System Safety Requirements Managements.
• Waiver/ELS and Requirement Tailoring Coordinator.
• Mission Integration Support.
• FAA Licensing Support.
• Focal support of FTSR/RSSR deliverables for programs and upgrades.
• Manages component updates for deliverables including but not limited to the FTS, RTS and AFSS.
• Reviews launch vehicle and space vehicle system specs to establish safety requirements.
• Performs independent assessments and provides recommendations to control hazards.
• Prepares safety documents to support various agencies and customers.
• Performs audits of operational areas and reports the effectiveness of the safety program.
• Participates in accident investigations and identifies corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Independent work

Schedule adherence

Teamwork/interpersonal

Presentation skills

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

United Launch Alliance in Denver is seeking a Range Safety/FAA Coordinator for System Safety Engineering. You will focus on safety requirements management, support licensing, and lead safety-related deliverables, collaborating across programs and customers.

The role requires a bachelor’s in engineering, 8+ years of related experience, ability to travel up to 25%, and eligibility for a DoD security clearance. Strong leadership and independent work skills are essential.