Engineering Leader

Engineering Leader 6

Date:
Jul 1, 2026

Location:

Centennial, CO, US, 80112 Cape Canaveral, FL, US, 32925

Company:
United Launch Alliance

Requisition  Standard Weekly

Hours:

40.00

Location:

ULA
- Denver, ULA
- Cape Canaveral Relocation:
Yes
- Relocation may be available Travel Requirements: 25%

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!

As the Launch Systems Senior Leader you will be responsible for the cost, schedule, and technical performance for the following:

• Developing the strategic roadmap and acquisition strategy for all future Ground Support Equipment.
• Leading the team to integrate the non-recurring development, sustaining and launch support aspects of GSE to support the strategic roadmap.
• Lead the team to develop and execute the next-generation GSE architecture.
• Collaborate with Operations, Vehicle Design and Mechanical and Propulsion GSE organizations to provide sound business solutions.
• Other duties include developing estimates at completes (EAC), contract negotiations, CAM responsibilities and provide business status to senior leadership.
• Work with suppliers and partners to drive execution, reduce cost, improve efficiency.
• Actively manage risk through proactive mitigation.
• Establish continued development of our engineers, leads, and leaders through performance reviews, merits, and promotions for team along with creating immersive training activities.
• Work with avionics and GSE disciplines to align the workforce.

Bachelor

Minimum of 10 years of related work experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, and 10 years of experience in a relevant field. Minimum 4 years of leading teams. Demonstrated technical leadership experience leveraging teamwork and development opportunities. Project/program level schedule and budget development, tracking and reporting experience. Experience estimating and creating proposals. Experience with personnel management, including development/growth and improvement. Experience leading integrated development.

Understanding of electro-mechanical and/or propulsion interfacing, comm systems, ground support equipment development and validation. Personal involvement with implementing, maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems / circuits. Experienced in reviewing and releasing designs. Understanding of obsolescence importance and life-cycle replacement concepts. Detailed knowledge of system integration and test. Experience working with contractors. Experience with production and launch operations. Experience briefing senior leaders and customers.

Experience developing technical and cost proposals. CAM knowledge and processes . Program management skills. Experience developing and leading teams. Experience leading and developing leads and leaders. Experience briefing Sr. Leadership, customers and stakeholders. Ability to tackle and fix complicated cross organizations challenges and conflicts.

Salary Range (for ULA
- Denver, ULA
- Cape Canaveral only): $ - $ 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.

What makes ULA different? Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, engagement and professional development for employees at all levels. 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…