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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\nUnited Launch Alliance is seeking a Propulsion Systems Design Engineer 3 to join our Vulcan Centaur development team. This engineering function provides design, systems integration, subcontract management, product technical support and anomaly resolution for the Propulsion fluids systems (cryogenic, non-cryogenic, hydraulics, and pneumatics).\nDevelop sub-system and component designs and requirements to satisfy overall propulsion systems requirements\nPerform system integration and system level trade studies to optimize designs for manufacturing, producibility and performance\nGenerate engineering drawings or changes as well as assembly and testing requirements\nProvide direct support to suppliers, factory and the launch site to ensure production schedules are met, anomalies are resolved and operations are streamlined to improve efficiency\nPerform causal analysis that leads to effective resolution and corrective actions that prevent recurrence\nReview the as-built product (hardware and associated software) and product test data to certify that the final product configuration and performance meets requirements and is ready for test and/or flight\nDevelop design improvements that reduce cost and risk and/or improve vehicle performance\nRequired Education\nBachelor\nRequired Years of Experience\nMinimum of 4 years of related work experience\n Basic Qualifications\nBachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering Discipline from an accredited college or university.\nExperience with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or fluid systems design, analysis, integration, or testing.\nUnderstanding of fluid mechanics, structural analysis, and mechanical system design principles.\nExperience developing engineering drawings, specifications, or technical documentation.\nExperience troubleshooting technical issues and supporting root cause/corrective action investigations.\nAbility to interpret engineering requirements and verify system or component compliance through analysis, inspection, or testing.\nExperience working with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, suppliers, testing, or operations organizations.\nAttention to detail with ability to work in fast-paced development environment\nExcellent communication skills (oral and written).\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience in performing structural, fluid-mechanics, and thermodynamic analyses to support and validate design solutions.\nProficient with mechanical and tube design utilizing NX and Team Center.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office platform tools and Project integrations skills.\nUtilization of agile processes in a development program environment \n Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $104,087.00 - $173,479.00\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). 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).\nULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.\n 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).\n Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. 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