United Launch Alliance

Structural Engineer 1

United Launch Alliance$67K — $113K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
  • Strong communication skills and teamwork capability.
  • Ability to prioritize and execute tasks aligned with program plans.
  • Adherence to safety policies and training requirements for fieldwork.
  • Valid driver's license for travel between locations.

Responsibilities

  • Perform structural analysis on various transportation hardware and fixtures.
  • Evaluate hardware non-conformances for fabrication and launch activities.
  • Support fast-paced design and analysis cycles for development programs.
  • Create analysis models and perform hand calculations for new designs.
  • Review and approve 2-D drawings and procurement specs for mechanical components.
  • Document analysis results and participate in peer review of analyses.
  • Conduct causal analysis to resolve anomalies and prevent recurrence.

Benefits

  • 401(k) match plus additional employer contributions
  • Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
  • Generous paid time off
  • Flexible work environments
  • 9/80 work schedule allowing for every other Friday off
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 1864

Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00

Location: ULA - Denver, ULA - Cape Canaveral

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: 10%

Job Overview & Responsibilities

  • Job responsibilities include performing structural analysis of transportation hardware and hoist fixtures, access platforms, tools, launch platforms, booms, umbilical's and disconnects, and pipe systems.
  • Evaluation of hardware non-conformances to support fabrication and launch site activities.
  • Support fast-paced design/analysis cycles in support of development programs.
  • Create analysis models, perform hand calculations and have an understanding of analysis best practices to provide strength inputs and recommendations for new designs and installations.
  • Review and approve 2-D drawings and procurement specifications for a variety of mechanical and propulsion system components.
  • Document analysis results in strength reports and support analysis peer reviews.
  • When anomalies occur, supports causal analysis that leads to effective resolution and corrective actions that prevent recurrence.
  • Participate in internal/external design reviews, technical interchange meetings (TIMs), and present analysis products at preliminary design reviews (PDR), critical design reviews (CDR) and design certification reviews (DCR).


Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

None required

Basic Qualifications

  • This is an entry level position that requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. Builds trust with teammates, can prioritize and execute tasks effectively for self that are aligned to program plans, and has the ability to respectfully give and receive constructive criticism.
  • Work may be performed at company or vendor facilities that require safety training and strict adherence to safety policies.
  • Must be available for occasional 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

  • Familiarity of structural analysis concepts including:
    • Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
    • Classical hand analysis methods.
    • Welded/bolted steel and aluminum structural analysis.
  • Familiarity with mechanical ground systems.
  • Familiarity with machine shop practices.
  • Familiarity with Simcenter 3D and/or FEMAP for structural analysis.
  • Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project).


Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver, ULA - Cape Canaveralonly): $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).

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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