United Launch Alliance

Embedded Ground Software Avionics Engineer 3

United Launch Alliance$113K — $188K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience in software engineering.
  • Experience as an agile Product Owner or in Project Management.
  • Proficient in presenting system architecture to internal and external teams.
  • Strong expertise with Real-Time Linux-based operating systems and timing-critical systems.
  • Experience with object-oriented programming in languages like C/C++.
  • Familiarity with Software Configuration Management practices, including Agile Methodologies and CI/CD.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and develop software/hardware products for avionics systems.
  • Implement modern design concepts and resolve complex technical challenges.
  • Lead technical development and provide hands-on support for software solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile setting.
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure software meets operational needs.
  • Design and maintain computing systems software for engineering applications.
  • Interface with various users to produce high-quality software solutions.

Benefits

  • 401(k) match and additional employer contribution.
  • Eligible for a discretionary annual incentive bonus.
  • Generous paid time off policy.
  • Flexible work environment options.
  • Unique 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 1829

Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00

Location: ULA - Denver

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent

Job Overview & Responsibilities

At ULA, as an Embedded Ground Software Avionics Engineer 3 you are responsible for maintaining and developing new software / hardware products, implementing modern design principles and concepts, resolving complex technical problems, and providing solutions which are innovative and ingenious.

You will work with a highly collaborative team in an Agile environment embracing a "fail-fast" mentality (fail fast, fail often, react quickly and learn from every failure). You will 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. You will be expected to understand and coach technical concepts to those around you.

In this position, you will primarily support the Ground Software Avionics team, providing both technical leadership and hands-on development to deliver operational and enabling capabilities to meet hard real-time requirements for command and control of Avionics Flight Control hardware and EGSE Systems. You will help ensure delivery of mission critical software used during launch vehicle manufacturing, preflight test, and launch countdown to prep our rockets for flight.

You will help design, develop, operate and maintain software and firmware components and computing systems software to be applied to and integrated with engineering, scientific and manufacturing systems. Apply the appropriate standards, processes, procedures and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of engineering applications and products such as display systems, mechanical control systems and electrical control systems that are directly used to operate all our rockets. You will interface with customers, suppliers, application users and other technical and support personnel to produce high quality software that meets stakeholder needs.

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical / Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline with a minimum of 4+ years of work experience
  • Experience as an agile Product Owner or Project Management
  • Experience presenting hardware / software / system architecture and designs to both internal audiences as well as external customers
  • Expertise with Real Time Linux-based operating systems
  • Expertise with development and troubleshooting of timing critical Hardware and Software systems
  • Expertise in authoring, executing and review of Software products and their implementation
  • Experience with object-oriented designs and languages
  • Experience with C/C++
  • Experience with Software Configuration Management practices including
    • Agile Methodologies
    • Test Driven Development (TDD)
    • Software Design Principles
    • Configuration Management practices and tools such as Git
    • Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
  • Technical leadership experience in an Engineering environment


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with designing and architecting software for complex solutions
  • Experience with Python


Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denveronly): $113,122.00 - $188,537.00

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).

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
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Founded
2006

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