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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!\n Job Overview & Responsibilities\nAs 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:\nIntegration of the BE-4 Main Engine Controller in the Avionics System of a Launch Vehicle, including power, control, communications and harnessing\nManagement and coordination of engine hardware/software upgrades program\nDefinition of launch vehicle electrical & flight control system requirements\nReview of updated documents as they are submitted from suppliers, assessing system impacts\nWorking 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.\nOwnership of engine avionics Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) assets to include operation, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting\nSupport testing in the systems lab and when installed on a Launch Vehicle\nPerforming software test data reviews\nCoordinate and define and review software recurring, regression, and develop specific testing\nSupport launches on console and periodically travel out to factory and launch sites to support hardware inspections and data review/analysis\nReview postflight data\nWe 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.\nRequired Education\nBachelor\nRequired Years of Experience\nMinimum of 2 years of related work experience\n Basic Qualifications\nA Bachelor degree in engineering or related field from an accredited college or university\nPast experience working on Avionics subsystems and components (Aerospace internships or more)\nExperienced in flight hardware development\nExperience with packet based communication protocols such as Ethernet IPv4\nGeneral familiarity with military communication bus and serial data bus protocols\nExperience with electrical hardware used to control a launch vehicle or similar large-scale systems\nExperience implementing redundancy in critical circuits\nTroubleshooting, problem-solving, coordination and presentation skills\nSelf-motivated with demonstrated initiative, teamwork, and leadership skills during past work experience\nSolid understanding of problem definition, aggressive about solving issues and acts with a sense of urgency\nDemonstrable communication skills (verbal and written; including presentations)\nAbility to lead multi-disciplinary integration efforts across multiple teams and companies\nAbility to balance competing priorities and demonstrate ability to balance schedule and technical risk\nAbility to work effectively with others\nBe willing to acknowledge fault immediately, and learn from the mistake\nBe open to constructive feedback\n Preferred Qualifications\nExperience working spacecraft, launch vehicle or missile electrical interfaces\nProject level schedule tracking and reporting experience\nExperience with MIL 1553 Communication Systems\nExperience with Avionics Flight Control Systems and Components\nExperience with UDP and TCP/IP for Ethernet\nExperience with Ethernet Switches (e.g. Cisco)\nExperience with Linux\nExperience with WireShark Application\nExperience working with Subcontractors\nExperience writing Statement of Works\nAble to obtain and maintain a security clearance\nStrong data review and data reduction skills, including coding for automation and data manipulation\n Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $85,372.00 - $142,287.00\nPlease 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. \n What makes ULA different?\nBecause 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.\nWe offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:\n401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution\nDiscretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees\nGenerous paid time off\nFlexible work environments\nAdditionally, most salaried ULA team members work a \"9/80 schedule,\" meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.\nBenefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.\nThe 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.\n 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). 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