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Mechanical Design Engineer

Job in Lompoc, Santa Barbara County, California, 93437, USA
Listing for: United Launch Alliance
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-18
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Mechanical Design Engineer 2

Mechanical Design Engineer 2

This engineering position is responsible for developing Mechanical Ground Support Equipment designs for our Launch complexes at Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg Space Force Bases.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Create models and produce/release drawings used for fabrication.
  • Designs shall be optimized for manufacturing, producibility, usability, and safety.
  • Work with ULA subcontract administration and manufacturers through fabrication, test and acceptance.
  • Support first use of hardware to ensure proper installation and processing.
  • Must be available for periodic travel to the other ULA sites.

Required

Education:

Bachelor

Required Years of

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university
  • Proficient with CAD software, preferably NX
  • Understanding of drawing standards and GD&T
  • Experienced contributor that can work in a fast-paced environment
  • Work experience on projects in which integration between different engineering disciplines occurred (e.g. structural, electrical, test, analysis)
  • Ability to work under general supervision to determine and develop solutions to a variety of engineering problems
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
  • Must be available for periodic travel to the other ULA sites or vendors.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license to drive between work locations on a military base where public transportation is not available

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university
  • Familiarity with mechanical ground systems and strength analysis
  • Experience with welded steel and aluminum structures
  • Familiarity with machine shop practices
  • Teamcenter, MSOffice, and MS Project experience
  • Proficiency with drawing standards and GD&T

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 collective bargaining agreement.

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).

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.

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