Mechanical Engineer 1

ULA•Denver, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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 The Payload Accommodations team develops, designs, and tests mission specific and standard interface solutions required to integrate payloads onto the Vulcan Centaur launch vehicle. The team develops structural mechanical designs to accommodate payload requirements, provides structural support to the payload during integrated operations on the ground, and provides mechanical release and separation of the payload from the launch vehicle. This position is for a Mechanical Design Engineer on the Payload Accommodations team. Primary tasks include: Creating and revising engineering models of various structural/mechanical components and assemblies in support of launch vehicle and mission requirements. Perform trade studies to optimize designs for manufacturing, producibility, and performance. Support identification of causes of problems and make engineering corrective actions where needed. Develops design improvements that reduce cost and risk and/or improves performance and/or reliability. The job assignment requires coordination with mission management, production sites, launch sites, suppliers, test facilities, and payload customers in support of design, production & test schedules. Must have good oral and presentation skills to effectively communicate design and analysis solutions to technical management, program management, and our customer counterparts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or another related field
Familiarity with structural / mechanical system engineering design
Demonstrated teamwork skills
Ability to lead tasks with the support of senior engineers
Time management skills and strong self-initiative
Good communication and writing skills
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and industry/government standards
Ability to travel
Must be a U.S. Person as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual).

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Siemens Teamcenter
Familiarity with Siemens NX or other CAD software
Project integration skills
Ability to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance is preferred

Responsibilities

Creating and revising engineering models of various structural/mechanical components and assemblies in support of launch vehicle and mission requirements.
Perform trade studies to optimize designs for manufacturing, producibility, and performance.
Support identification of causes of problems and make engineering corrective actions where needed.
Develops design improvements that reduce cost and risk and/or improves performance and/or reliability.
Coordination with mission management, production sites, launch sites, suppliers, test facilities, and payload customers in support of design, production & test schedules.
Good oral and presentation skills to effectively communicate design and analysis solutions to technical management, program management, and our customer counterparts.