Systems Test Engineer 3

United Launch Alliance, LLC.; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

United Launch Alliance, LLC. is seeking a System Test Project Manager to drive test execution of launch vehicle systems.

You will report to the Airborne Systems and Development Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test leader, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering, 4+ years of related experience, and travel of 30–40% with opportunities to influence test methods, trade studies,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field from an accredited college/university.
• Travel requirement of approx. 30–40% (more during test campaigns).
• 4+ years of related engineering experience.
• Understanding of Systems Engineering principles, requirements verification, and validation methods.
• Understanding of test design, requirements, and operations.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams, trade study management, and risk management.
• Good communicator, extremely organized, able to develop and track schedules.

Responsibilities

• Cross-functional technical project management and integration for test requirement development, test scope, schedules, test article builds, instrumentation, logistics, test planning, and test house selection.
• Compliance with ULA processes governing test planning and execution, author/review test report summaries, test requirement documents, and SOWs; facilitate release of these documents.
• Drive development and technical convergence of test requirements; lead test integration efforts; establish test methods and operational process development.
• Lead system test trade studies and present outcomes to leadership.
• Manage risks, issues, and opportunities related to the test campaign.
• Coordinate requirements verification activities, customer communications, proposal support, and Gate Review preparation.
• Lead Test Readiness Reviews (TRR) with cross-functional teams.
• Lead through influence across the broader organization.
• Drive continuous improvement in test processes and automation.
• Ensure testing complies with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Cross-functional PM

Systems engineering

Requirements verification

Test planning

Risk management

Scheduling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Requisition ID: 2212

Standard Weekly Hours:40.00

Location: ULA - Denver

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements:25%

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

This position will support the ULA Enterprise through being a System Test Project Manager, driving test execution of launch vehicle systems. This candidate will report to the Airborne Systems and Development Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test leader. Responsibilities include:

• Cross-functional technical project management and integration for test requirement development, test scope, management of schedules, test article builds, instrumentation, logistics, test planning, and test house selection to execute the test.
• Compliance with ULA processes governing test planning and execution, author and review test report summaries, test requirement documents, and SOWs and facilitate the release process of these documents.
• Driving the development and technical convergence of test requirements, lead test integration efforts, establish test methods, and operational process development.
• System Test trade study development and management to include outbriefing leadership on test trade outcomes.
• Risk, issue, and opportunity management as it relates to the applicable test campaign.
• Requirements verification activities, customer relationship communication, proposal support, and Gate Review preparation and execution.
• Working with the cross-functional test team to generate and lead Test Readiness Reviews (TRR).
• Being able to lead through influence to work with the broader organization.
• Driving continuous improvement in test processes and automation.
• Ensuring all testing complies with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field is required from an accredited college or university.
• Approx. 30%-40%Travel Required, more during test campaigns you are leading.
• 4+ years of related Engineering experience.
• Understanding of Systems Engineering principles, requirements verification, and validation methods.
• Understanding of test design, requirements, and operations.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams, trade study management, and risk management.
• Good communicator, extremely organized, able to develop and track schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and background with previous development programs to design / build a new product from scratch or enhance an existing product is preferred.
• Experience with system level design reviews or major gate reviews (e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.) and presenting to a diverse customer audience.
• Experience with integrated system level testing Structural, Dynamic, Environmental, Propulsion).
• Experience with instrumentation, sensors, and Data Acquisition systems.
• Familiarity with the Test-Like-You-Fly philosophy.
• Knowledge of Aerospace/Defense systems.

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only)

$99,604.00 - $166,007.00

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