Systems Test Engineer

Relocation:
Yes
- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: 50% or more

This position will support the ULA Enterprise through driving test execution of launch vehicle systems. This candidate will report to the Airborne Systems and Development Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test leader.

Responsibilities include:

• Cross-functional technical integration on test requirement development, test scope, management of schedules, test article builds, instrumentation, logistics, test planning, and test house selection to execute the test.
• Compliance with ULA processes governing test planning and execution, author and review test report summaries, test requirement documents, and SOWs and facilitate the release process of these documents.
• Driving the development and technical convergence of test requirements, lead test integration efforts, establish test methods, and operational process development.
• System Test trade study development and management.
• Risk, issue, and opportunity management as it relates to the applicable test campaign.
• Requirements verification activities, customer relationship communication, proposal support, and Gate Review preparation and execution.
• Working with the cross-functional test team to generate and lead Test Readiness Reviews (TRR).
• Being able to lead through influence to work with the broader organization.
• Driving continuous improvement in test processes and automation.
• Ensuring all testing complies with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Bachelor

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field is required from an accredited college or university.
• Approx. 40% Travel Required, more during test campaigns.
• 4+ years of related Engineering experience.
• Understanding of Systems Engineering principles, requirements verification, and validation methods.
• Understanding of test design, requirements, and operations.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams, trade study management, and risk management.

• Experience and background with previous development programs to design / build a new product from scratch or enhance an existing product is preferred.
• Experience with system level design reviews or major gate reviews (e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.) and presenting to a diverse customer audience.
• Experience with integrated system level testing Structural, Dynamic, Environmental, Propulsion).
• Experience with instrumentation, sensors, and DAQ systems.
• Familiarity with the Test-Like-You-Fly philosophy.
• Knowledge of Aerospace/Defense systems.

$99,604.00 - $

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.

• 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.

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.

ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish ) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish ).

Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted.