Requisition ID: 2222
Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00
Location: ULA - Denver
Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available
Travel Requirements: 25%
Job Overview & ResponsibilitiesAs a development thermodynamics, propulsion, and fluids analysis engineer at ULA, you will support fluids analysis activities and provide technical guidance across almost all fluid systems on the Vulcan Centaur launch vehicle and ground support systems.
Responsibilities:
- Perform fluid systems analyses for a variety of propulsion applications, including pressurization systems, feedlines, cryogenic and non-cryogenic propulsion systems, and ground support systems.
- Conduct analytical evaluations such as liquid and gas flow characterization, flow loss calculations, two-phase fluid physics, and heat-transfer assessments.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Thermal Analysis, Propulsion Design & Strength, Flight and Ground Software, and Ground Systems.
- Provide technical support to analysis teams, design teams, production operations, and launch-site personnel to ensure robust vehicle designs that meet schedule, technical, and cost objectives.
- Contribute to troubleshooting efforts, root-cause investigations, and resolution of fluid-system anomalies.
Required EducationBachelor
Required Years of ExperienceNone required
Basic Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited institution
- Coursework in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and programming
- Proficiency with standard engineering software tools, including Microsoft Office products
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to quickly learn fluid systems analysis methods, tools, and processes
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with 3rd party fluid system analysis tools such as Thermal Desktop / FloCAD (SINDA/FLUINT), AFT products, and ANSYS Fluent
- Prior exposure to propulsion, thermal-fluid analysis, or systems engineering through internships, projects, or coursework
Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denveronly): $70,952.00 - $118,253.00
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).
