Requisition ID: 1999
Location: ULA - Decatur
Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available
Travel Requirements: 10%
Job Overview & ResponsibilitiesULA is seeking a Parts, Materials, and Processes (PMP) Factory Support Engineering (FSE) Leader to join our team in Decatur, AL.
This position is responsible for the leadership and management of the Parts, Materials and Processes (PMP) Factory Support Engineering and PMP Test Lab team. This team performs the testing operations for acceptance and verification of metals, non-metals, chemicals, contamination control samples, the development and maintenance of PMP related manufacturing process specifications, and engineering support to production operations.
The Leader of this team is responsible for ensuring PMP support for factory issues, maintenance of manufacturing process specifications, development of laboratory procedures, equipment procurement and maintenance, cost estimates and budgets, staffing, individual and team performance, and career development. The leader of this team will manage a combination of exempt-salaried and non-exempt salaried employees. Additional responsibilities include monitoring of lab schedules, cross-training coordination, and developing organizational and technical strategies to improve laboratory performance and capability.
Required EducationBachelor
Required Years of ExperienceMinimum of 6 years of related work experience
Basic Qualifications- Bachelors degree in an Engineering discipline or related technical field from an accredited college or university
- Experience with project management, as a team lead, or leading people
- Demonstrated experience in the resolution of complex part, material, and process anomalies and issues
- Familiarity with the operation and management of materials laboratories
- Ability to interpret engineering specifications, develop test procedures, forecast budgets, and manage priorities
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor of Science degree in Material Science, Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or related degree
- Knowledge of laboratory safety programs and hazardous material handling
- Experience developing new laboratory capabilities and capital equipment strategies
- Familiarity with Teamcenter Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software and databases
- Working knowledge of industry standards (ASTM, AMS, AS9100, etc.)
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.
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).
