Mechanical Design Engineer 4

Requisition ID: 2454

Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00

Location: ULA - Denver

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available

Travel Requirements: 10%

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Job Overview & Responsibilities

The Vulcan Development team is looking to fill the role of Mechanical Design Engineer 4 to support development of the Centaur V on SLS upper stage. The individual in this position will serve as a design authority for the upper stage mechanical engineering team and be responsible for the following:

• Act as a design and technical steward in support of Responsible System Engineers (RSEs) for upper stage mechanical design tasks such that systems and components satisfy overall launch vehicle requirements
• Autonomously execute responsibilities of a Centaur V Mechanical Authorized Systems Engineer (ASE) / Responsible Systems Engineer (RSE)
• Lead design and architectural trade studies to meet program and technical goals
• Drive efficient integration of new capabilities and features within our existing product line
• Guide program planning and support execution in a proactive manner
• Distribute and balance team workload, collaborate with Leadership and Program Management
• Train, develop, and mentor upper stage ASEs and early career engineers to ensure a robust design/hardware support system in Denver, production facilities, and launch sites

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 6 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university
• Significant experience performing CAD modeling and drawing creation
• Proven capability to support efficient engineering drawing package release
• Strong GD&T interpretation and implementation capabilities
• Deep understanding of design for producibility of machined and formed parts
• System level knowledge of aerospace hardware and integration/test processes
• Ability to perform engineering data review in support of a design solution
• Experience leading teams and demonstrated technical coordination skills
• Ability to train and develop early career engineers into successful contributors
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
• Strong understanding of stress analysis methodologies and tools
• NX and Teamcenter utilization in an MBE environment
• Technical understanding of stainless steel structural design and manufacturing operations
• Technical understanding of composite structural design and tooling solutions
• Experience performing sub-system and vehicle walkdown inspections
• Utilization of agile processes in a development program environment

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $121,307.00 - $202,178.00

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.

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