United Launch Alliance

Systems Engineer 2

United Launch Alliance$81K — $136K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field from an accredited institution.
  • Knowledge of Systems Engineering and Integration principles.
  • Experience with cross-functional teams implementing engineering principles.
  • Experience in developing, integrating, and verifying requirements.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

  • Support airborne scope focusing on propulsion and mechanical systems.
  • Ensure subsystems work together through integration management.
  • Engage in systems engineering activities including requirements development and verification.
  • Support all phases of the total system product life cycle.
  • Scale systems engineering activities to fit specific project necessities.

Benefits

  • 401(k) match and additional employer contribution.
  • Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees.
  • Generous paid time off policy.
  • Flexible work environments and a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 1848

Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00

Location: ULA - Denver

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: 10%

Job Overview & Responsibilities

The position is part of a Systems Engineering Team in the Recurring Chief Engineer's Office responsible for driving rigorous systems engineering into ULA's Vulcan and Atlas Launch Vehicle Systems. Level 2 Systems Engineers work under the guidance of senior engineers to apply foundational technical depth and systems engineering discipline across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities of this role include:
  • Supports airborne scope with a primary focus on propulsion/mechanical systems.
  • Performs integration ensuring that subsystems function together as an integrated system by managing mechanical, propulsion, avionics, software, and analysis interfaces.
  • Supports all systems engineering activities including requirements development and verification, failure mode analysis, test-like-you fly, risk/issue/opportunity management, trade studies, and gate reviews.
  • Supports all phases of total system product: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, certification, operation, reuse, maintenance, and disposal.
  • Responsible for applying appropriate scaling of systems engineering activities commensurate with the specific project needs.


Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 2 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university.
  • Knowledge of Systems Engineering and Integration principles.
  • Proven experience using those principles successfully with cross-functional teams.
  • Experience developing, integrating, and verifying requirements.
  • Self-motivated with demonstrated initiative and teamwork skills on previous technical projects.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills including in a presentation setting.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiar with launch vehicles and associated aerospace standards.
  • Previous work experience in an Aerospace company.
  • Proficient in Requirements Management tools.
  • Knowledge and use of Teamcenter or similar.
  • Exposure to digital engineering / MBSE principles.


Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denveronly): $81,695.00 - $136,159.00

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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