Propulsion Systems Engineer

Requisition : 1850

Standard Weekly

Hours:

40.00

Location: ULA
- Denver

Relocation: Yes – Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: 10%

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.

Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together.

As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world.

Our team is excited to meet you!

United Launch Alliance is seeking a Propulsion Systems Engineer to join our Vulcan Centaur development team. This engineering function provides design, systems integration, subcontract management, product technical support and anomaly resolution for the Propulsion fluids systems (cryogenic, non-cryogenic, hydraulics, and pneumatics).

• Develop sub-system and component designs and requirements to satisfy overall propulsion systems requirements.
• Perform system integration and system level trade studies to optimize designs for manufacturing, producibility and performance.
• Generate engineering drawings or changes as well as assembly and testing requirements.
• Provide direct support to suppliers, factory and the launch site to ensure production schedules are met, anomalies are resolved and operations are streamlined to improve efficiency.
• Perform causal analysis that leads to effective resolution and corrective actions that prevent recurrence.
• Review the as‑built product (hardware and associated software) and product test data to certify that the final product configuration and performance meets requirements and is ready for test and/or flight.
• Develop design improvements that reduce cost and risk and/or improve vehicle performance.

Bachelor

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Attention to detail with ability to work in fast-paced development environment.
• Experience with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or fluid systems design, analysis, integration, or testing.
• Understanding of fluid mechanics, structural analysis, and mechanical system design principles.
• Experience developing engineering drawings, specifications, or technical documentation.
• Experience troubleshooting technical issues and supporting root cause/corrective action investigations.
• Ability to interpret engineering requirements and verify system or component compliance through analysis, inspection, or testing.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams including manufacturing, suppliers, testing, or operations organizations.

• Ability to perform stress, fluids and/or thermodynamics analyses in support of your designs.
• Proficient with mechanical design utilizing NX and Teamcenter.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office platform tools and Project integrations skills.
• Utilization of agile processes in a development program environment.

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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.

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