United Launch Alliance

Mechanical Design Engineer 2

United Launch Alliance$75K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field
  • Proficiency in CAD software, preferably NX
  • Understanding of drawing standards and GD&T
  • Experience in fast-paced engineering environments
  • Working knowledge of cross-disciplinary engineering integration
  • Ability to solve diverse engineering problems under general supervision
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

  • Create and optimize designs for Ground Support Equipment
  • Produce and release technical drawings for fabrication
  • Collaborate with manufacturers during fabrication and testing
  • Support hardware installation and operational readiness
  • Travel periodically to different ULA sites as needed

Benefits

  • 401(k) match plus additional employer contributions
  • Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
  • Generous paid time off
  • Flexible work environments
  • Every other Friday off schedule (9/80 schedule)
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 1801

Location: ULA - Cape Canaveral

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: 10%

Job Overview & Responsibilities

This engineering position is responsible for developing Mechanical Ground Support Equipment designs for our Launch complexes at Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg Space Force Bases. Key responsibilities include:
  • Create models and produce/release drawings used for fabrication. Designs shall be optimized for manufacturing, producibility, usability, and safety
  • Work with ULA subcontract administration and manufacturers through fabrication, test and acceptance
  • Support first use of hardware to ensure proper installation and processing
  • Must be available for periodic travel to the other ULA sites


Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 2 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university
  • Proficient with CAD software, preferably NX
  • Understanding of drawing standards and GD&T
  • Experienced contributor that can work in a fast-paced environment
  • Work experience on projects in which integration between different engineering disciplines occurred (e.g. structural, electrical, test, analysis)
  • Ability to work under general supervision to determine and develop solutions to a variety of engineering problems
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
  • Must be available for periodic travel to the other ULA sites or vendors. Must possess a valid driver's license to drive between work locations on a military base where public transportation is not available


Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university
  • Familiarity with mechanical ground systems and strength analysis
  • Experience with welded steel and aluminum structures
  • Familiarity with machine shop practices
  • Teamcenter, MSOffice, and MS Project experience
  • Proficiency with drawing standards and GD&T


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).

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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