Mechanical Engineer 2

United Launch Alliance•Decatur, AL

47d

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 This Mechanical Engineer 2 opportunity will be in support of the Precision Components team and responsible for: Designing and implementing manufacturing processes, procedures, and planning for multiple build items in support of other assembly areas in the factory. Designing sequence of operations and specific procedures for tubes, welded ducts, subshop hardware, and clean hardware in work center. Inspecting performance of machinery, equipment, and tools to verify their efficiency. investigates and initiates corrective action or problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality. Providing guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques. Ensuring processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations. Collaborating with design engineers to ensure all products meet design requirements and can be manufactured efficiently. Working with quality engineering and production operations to initiate corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality. Troubleshooting to resolve manufacturing issues and keep production on schedule. Work closely with technicians during the build process and supports process improvements. Identifying and Driving Continuous Improvement Opportunities to completion. Working collaboratively with multiple functions within the organization to perform job duties.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
Previous exposure to reading blueprints.
Understanding of geometrical, dimensioning, and tolerancing.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project).
This position will require working extended hours and /or weekends along with off shifts, as necessary to support production delivery activities.

Nice To Haves

Experience with aerospace hardware, working with cross-functional work groups, and presenting to external customers.
Exposure to manufacturing techniques and working with an hourly workforce.

Responsibilities

Designing and implementing manufacturing processes, procedures, and planning for multiple build items in support of other assembly areas in the factory.
Designing sequence of operations and specific procedures for tubes, welded ducts, subshop hardware, and clean hardware in work center.
Inspecting performance of machinery, equipment, and tools to verify their efficiency.
investigates and initiates corrective action or problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality.
Providing guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
Ensuring processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
Collaborating with design engineers to ensure all products meet design requirements and can be manufactured efficiently.
Working with quality engineering and production operations to initiate corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality.
Troubleshooting to resolve manufacturing issues and keep production on schedule.
Work closely with technicians during the build process and supports process improvements.
Identifying and Driving Continuous Improvement Opportunities to completion.
Working collaboratively with multiple functions within the organization to perform job duties.