United Launch Alliance

Mechanical Engineer 3

United Launch Alliance$80K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum of 4 years of related work experience.
  • Familiarity with reading blueprints and technical drawings.
  • Understanding of geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing principles.
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
  • Availability to work extended hours or weekends as required.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement manufacturing processes and procedures for production.
  • Create detailed sequences of operations for hardware installation.
  • Inspect machinery and tools for operational efficiency.
  • Investigate and address quality issues proactively.
  • Guide engineering teams on design concepts for manufacturability.
  • Ensure compliance with all manufacturing regulations.
  • Collaborate with design and quality engineers to optimize production.

Benefits

  • 401(k) match and employer contribution.
  • Eligibility for discretionary annual bonus.
  • Generous paid time off policies.
  • Flexible work environment options.
  • Benefit from a '9/80 schedule' with every other Friday off.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 1728

Location: ULA - Decatur

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent

Job Overview & Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Engineer 3 at ULA's production facility in Decatur, AL, key responsibilities include:
  • Designing and implementing manufacturing processes, procedures, and planning for multiple build items in support of other assembly areas in the factory.
  • Designing sequence of operations and specific procedures for hardware in work center.
  • Inspecting performance of machinery, equipment, and tools to verify their efficiency.
  • Investigates and initiates corrective action or problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality.
  • Providing guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
  • Ensuring processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
  • Collaborating with design engineers to ensure all products meet design requirements and can be manufactured efficiently.
  • Working with quality engineering and production operations to initiate corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality.
  • Troubleshooting to resolve manufacturing issues and keep production on schedule.
  • Work closely with technicians during the build process and supports process improvements.
  • Identifying and driving continuous improvement opportunities to completion.
  • Working collaboratively with multiple functions within the organization to perform job duties.
  • Implementing Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM).


Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
  • Previous exposure to reading blueprints.
  • Understanding of geometrical, dimensioning, and tolerancing.
  • Attention to detail and good documentation of observations/findings.
  • Ability to work extended hours and/or weekends along with off shifts, as necessary to support testing and production delivery activities.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with aerospace hardware, working with cross-functional work groups, and presenting to external customers.
  • Exposure to manufacturing techniques and working with an hourly workforce.
  • Experience with ERP systems (Enterprise Resource Planning), preferably SAP.


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).

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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