United Launch Alliance

Control Dynamics Engineer 1

United Launch Alliance$70K — $118K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
  • Independent worker with capability to solve complex problems.
  • Familiarity with the Linux environment and proficiency in software such as MATLAB, C/C++, and Python.

Responsibilities

  • Handle design and analysis for control systems and separation events for the launch vehicle.
  • Conduct frequency domain stability analyses during powered and coast phases.
  • Perform booster and upper stage time domain analyses.
  • Design reaction control system parameters and oversee commodities usage.
  • Execute launch drift clearance analysis near the pad.
  • Generate ground wind placards and stage I/II separation analysis.
  • Facilitate spacecraft separation analysis and steering sequence design.

Benefits

  • 401(k) match plus additional employer contribution.
  • Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Flexible work environments.
  • Every other Friday off due to a '9/80 schedule'.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 1997

Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00

Location: ULA - Denver

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent

Job Overview & Responsibilities

  • This position handles design and analysis related to all control systems and separation events for the launch vehicle.
  • Those specific areas include but are not limited to, powered and coast phase frequency domain stability analyses, booster and upper stage time domain analyses, reaction control system design parameters and commodities usage, launch drift (near pad) clearance analysis, ground wind placard generation, stage I/II separation analysis, spacecraft separation analysis, steering sequence design, and all related recurring flight software parameter generation.


Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

None required

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
  • Independent worker with capability to solve complex problems.
  • This position requires familiarity with the Linux environment and software/code such as MATLAB, C/C++ , and Python


Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering from an accredited college or university.

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denveronly): $70,952.00 - $118,253.00

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.

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).

About United Launch Alliance

United Launch Alliance (ULA) is a joint venture between Lockheed Martin Space and Boeing Defense, Space & Security. The company provides reliable and cost-effective launch services for government and commercial customers, including NASA, the Department of Defense, and other agencies. ULA's launch vehicles include the Atlas V and Delta IV families of rockets, which are designed to meet a wide range of mission requirements. The company is committed to delivering innovative solutions that enable customers to achieve their goals in space.
Learn more about United Launch Alliance
Size
3,500 employees
Industry
Founded
2006

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