Flight Controls Engineer 2

Requisition ID: 2321

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!

Job Overview & Responsibilities

As a Flight Controls Engineer on the ULA Airborne Avionics team, you will be a key Technical Engineer with a strategic supplier responsible for developing, testing, and integrating hardware and software onto launch vehicles as well as supporting launches on console. Responsibilities may include:

• Integration of the BE-4 Main Engine Controller in the Avionics System of a Launch Vehicle, including power, control, communications and harnessing
• Management and coordination of engine hardware/software upgrades program
• Definition of launch vehicle electrical & flight control system requirements
• Review of updated documents as they are submitted from suppliers, assessing system impacts
• Working with suppliers, the MEC Subsystem Responsible Engineer, and The Component Responsible Engineer to ensure designs works within the overall Avionics System of a Launch Vehicle.
• Ownership of engine avionics Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) assets to include operation, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting
• Support testing in the systems lab and when installed on a Launch Vehicle
• Performing software test data reviews
• Coordinate and define and review software recurring, regression, and develop specific testing
• Support launches on console and periodically travel out to factory and launch sites to support hardware inspections and data review/analysis
• Review postflight data

We are looking for team members with a passion for the space industry, who enjoy solving complex problems and can work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 2 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

• A Bachelor degree in engineering or related field from an accredited college or university
• Past experience working on Avionics subsystems and components (Aerospace internships or more)
• Experienced in flight hardware development
• Experience with packet based communication protocols such as Ethernet IPv4
• General familiarity with military communication bus and serial data bus protocols
• Experience with electrical hardware used to control a launch vehicle or similar large-scale systems
• Experience implementing redundancy in critical circuits
• Troubleshooting, problem-solving, coordination and presentation skills
• Self-motivated with demonstrated initiative, teamwork, and leadership skills during past work experience
• Solid understanding of problem definition, aggressive about solving issues and acts with a sense of urgency
• Demonstrable communication skills (verbal and written; including presentations)
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary integration efforts across multiple teams and companies
• Ability to balance competing priorities and demonstrate ability to balance schedule and technical risk
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Be willing to acknowledge fault immediately, and learn from the mistake
• Be open to constructive feedback

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working spacecraft, launch vehicle or missile electrical interfaces
• Project level schedule tracking and reporting experience
• Experience with MIL 1553 Communication Systems
• Experience with Avionics Flight Control Systems and Components
• Experience with UDP and TCP/IP for Ethernet
• Experience with Ethernet Switches (e.g. Cisco)
• Experience with Linux
• Experience with WireShark Application
• Experience working with Subcontractors
• Experience writing Statement of Works
• Able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Strong data review and data reduction skills, including coding for automation and data manipulation

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $85,372.00 - $142,287.00

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.

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 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).

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