Requisition ID: 2457
Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00
Location: ULA - Denver
Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available
Travel Requirements: 10%
Job Overview & ResponsibilitiesThe Vulcan Development team is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer 1 to support development of the Centaur V on SLS upper stage. The responsibilities for the individual in this position will include:
- Creating and/or revising engineering models and drawings for structural and mechanical components and assemblies that meet launch vehicle requirements
- Performing lower-level trade studies to optimize designs for manufacturing, producibility, and performance in fast-paced development environments
- Identifying barriers and defining solutions to complex engineering problems as they arise.
- Supporting root cause identification and implementation of engineering corrective actions when needed
Required EducationBachelor
Required Years of ExperienceNone required
Basic Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university
- Fundamental understanding of Mechanical Design and first-order Structural Analysis principles
- Familiarity with CAD design and ability to learn complex modeling techniques
- Ability to learn quickly, seek feedback, and operate independently
- Strong time-management skills and self-initiative
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of team members, including customers and subcontractors
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with Siemens Teamcenter
- Siemens NX proficiency
- Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
- Experience with structural/mechanical engineering design, development, and qualification
- Knowledge of structural analysis, including basic sizing, failure modes, load paths, and material selection for common aerospace materials and hardware
- Familiarity with design and fabrication methods, and ability to assess and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and industry/government standards
- Configuration management and engineering drawing release experience
- Demonstrated project integration skills
Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denveronly): $67,895.00 - $113,159.00
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).
