Systems Test Engineer 2
United Launch Alliance
- Location
- Onsite (Pueblo, CO)
- Compensation
- $77k - $129k/yr
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the role
United Launch Alliance is the world's most experienced space launch company, seeking a Systems Test Engineer to design and conduct critical development and qualification tests for orbital launch vehicle components and the Vulcan rocket.
Skills
Benefits
- 401(k) match
- Employer contribution
- Paid time off
Perks
- Discretionary annual incentive bonus
- Flexible work environments
Full job details
Requisition ID: 2301
Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00
Location: ULA - Pueblo
Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available
Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent
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
Become one of the most sought-after test engineers in the country. Participate in various forms of testing for United Launch Alliance. The Pueblo Prop Shop is ULA’s primary testing facility. Here, we design and conduct critical development and qualification tests for components and systems used in orbital launch vehicles and the Vulcan rocket.
Tests you will be a part of include:
- Structural Testing
- Dynamic Testing (Shock and Vibration)
- Cryogenic Compatibility Testing
- High Pressure Pneumatics and Flow Testing
- Destructive Non-Destructive Testing
- Electrical Testing
Opportunities to gain project management, test engineering, and leadership experience will come from the following responsibilities.
- Candidates will be expected to work as a part of a team to design and achieve test goals.
- Gathering requirements from assigned tests from both paper documents and coordination with test directors/customers.
- Developing test setups that satisfy those requirements and mimic the flight like conditions that the Test Article may experience during the Vehicles flight to Orbit.
- Tests can span from a few weeks to several months depending on the size and complexity, requiring each engineer to balance between hands on work (test setup build and testing) and conceptual design and team management to succeed.
- Apply technical engineering knowledge and expertise in the completion of all aspects of an identified project, including technological considerations, cost/financial administration, and schedule management
- Be part of a production environment, assembling and testing flight hardware to verify functionality, workmanship, find anomalies and non-conformances, and ensure the product will work in flight as intended by the design.
Required Education
Bachelor
Required Years of Experience
None required
Basic Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- Engineering or Science Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics, Industrial or similar
- CAD 3D Modeling Experience NX/Autodesk/Solidworks
- Pneumatics or Hydraulics Knowledge
- Statics and Dynamics Knowledge
- Basic Electrical Knowledge
- Blue Print technical Drawing Experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
- Cryogenics Experience (Liquid Nitrogen, Hydrogen or Oxygen)
- Previous Test Lab Experience
- Structural Analysis
- Thermodynamics Knowledge
- Advanced Electrical
- Programming/Coding (C++, Python, Labview)
- Previous experience using Instrumentation, Transducers, and Data Acquisition systems such as the following:
- Pressure, Load Cells, Strain Gages, LVDT, Thermocouples, RTDs
- Dewetron, Dewesoft, National Instruments Data Collection Systems
Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Pueblo only): $77,899.00 - $129,831.00
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