United Launch Alliance

Propulsions Design Engineer 3

United Launch Alliance$104K — $173K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Minimum of 4 years of related work experience
  • Proficient with fluids and thermodynamics design and analysis tools
  • Familiar with propulsion system design and analysis principles
  • Proficient with CAD tools
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to obtain and maintain active DoD TS/SCI clearance

Responsibilities

  • Perform propulsion system level trade studies and analyses
  • Develop system and component designs to meet propulsion systems requirements
  • Work with technical disciplines to ensure propulsion system design aligns with mission needs
  • Present concepts and analysis results at design reviews
  • Lead and support prototype hardware build and testing

Benefits

  • 401(k) match plus additional employer contribution
  • Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
  • Generous paid time off
  • Flexible work environments
  • 9/80 work schedule allowing every other Friday off
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 2148

Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00

Location: ULA - Denver

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: 10%

Job Overview & Responsibilities

The ULA Advanced Programs (AP) team is a multidisciplinary group that helps shape the evolution of future ULA launch vehicles, performs architectural trade studies, develops concepts for future product offerings, supports proposal development, creates technology development roadmaps, and develops new technologies through prototype builds. As a Propulsion Analysis Engineer for AP, you will be developing and evaluating propulsion systems for future enhancements for Vulcan-Centaur and other launch vehicles.

Responsibilities include:
  • Perform propulsion system level trade studies and analyses to optimize new designs for new programs.
  • Perform propulsion system analyses of design concepts
  • Develop system and component designs and requirements to satisfy overall propulsion systems requirements.
  • Work with other technical disciplines to ensure the propulsion system design meets mission needs and meshes smoothly with other elements of the design
  • Present concepts and analysis results at design reviews
  • Lead and/or support prototype hardware build and test


We are looking for team members with a passion for the space industry, who enjoy solving complex problems and can work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related field.
  • Proficient with fluids and thermodynamics design and analysis tools.
  • Proficient with CAD tools
  • Familiarity with propulsion system design and analysis principals
  • Familiarity with structural design and dynamics analysis principals
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office platform tools
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Familiarity with ULA launch vehicles
  • Ability to obtain and maintain active DoD TS/SCI is required. US citizenship is required.


Preferred Qualifications

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denveronly): $104,087.00 - $173,479.00

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).

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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