Systems Architecture Engineer Leader 5

ULA•Denver, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team. As the leader of the Configuration Management, Tech Services and Simulation Engineering team in our Central Engineering Services Organization, you will be responsible for leading the development, maintenance, and release of complex engineering product definition data by applying company, industry, and governmental standards. Utilizing Siemens Teamcenter PLM, NX and Creo CAD tools, you will oversee the enterprise, development, and maintenance of enterprise-level 3D parametric models, 2D drawings, Model-Based Definition (MBD) datasets, and product structures across all technologies including but not limited to: mechanical/structural, fluid, and electrical disciplines. This leader will drive development and process improvement efforts, mentor their team via experience, and drive strategic initiatives for enhancement in PLM and Engineering Product Definition standards and processes. A leader in Central Engineering Services supervises and develops engineering staff while ensuring high performance and process consistency across all programs. Focus areas include staffing, development, compliance, standardization, conflict resolution, and customer relationship management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in a related technical or relevant field
At least 8 years applicable experience in the associated technical or administrative area, with at least 2 years managing people, project management or team lead experience or a combination of the three
Demonstrated leadership experience leveraging teamwork and development opportunities
Demonstrated ability to deal with personnel issues to ensure performance and team cohesiveness
Experience with issue resolution and working with cross-functional teams
Written and oral communication/presentation skills
Experience briefing senior leaders and customers
Small and large team leadership and mentoring experience
CAM knowledge and processes
Project management skills
Ability to tackle and fix complicated cross organizations challenges and conflicts
Detailed knowledge of configuration management processes and procedures
Experience with configuration identification, change control, status accounting, audit and data management
Experience working to EIA-649, ISO and AS9100 requirements
Experience with configuration audits on established operational baselines to include PCA and FCA’s
Detailed knowledge of the ULA drawing release system and processes
Ability to review and assess data integrity against standards and train others to understand and adhere to those standards
Extensive Knowledge of Team Center or a related PLM System
Extensive Knowledge of Model Base Engineering
Experience with production and launch operations
Understanding of SAP/ERP and Supply Chain operations.
Ability to travel occasionally
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

Experience in CAD modeling (Siemens NX), product lifecycle management (PLM) software (Teamcenter), and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T drawing standards per ASME Y14.5M and/or ISO)
Highly numerate with good technical and analytical skills, problem-solving ability and capable of systems level thinking.
Have appropriate engineering experience in conceptual and detail design, detail definition methods and a good understanding of manufacturing techniques.
Ability to present in front of customers and working with customers.
General data review skills.
Be willing to acknowledge fault immediately and learn from the mistake.
Be open to constructive feedback.

Responsibilities

Supervise, mentor, and develop Configuration Management, Tech Services and Simulation Engineering employees.
Deliver world class drawings and Model Based Definitions with clear and correct GD&T and PMI.
Work across organizational boundaries fostering understanding of CM processes and their importance to the product lifecycle and supporting business requirements.
Ensure compliance for engineering release and documentation standards.
Resolve escalated customer or technical issues.
Lead departmental improvements and standardization efforts.
Represent Central Engineering Services in cross-department initiatives.
Support proposals and evaluate new opportunities.
Maintain frequent communication with customers and team members to resolve issues and provide exceptional products, solutions, and service.
Actively promote, encourage and support the identification and implementation of continuous improvement (of tools, processes, methods and guidance material).
Mentor/coach/manage team which includes performance reviews, Merits, Promotions and creating immersive training activities.
Develop estimates at completes (EAC), contract negotiations, Cost Account Manager (CAM) duties and providing status to ULA senior leadership.
Perform timely feedback to team members.
Build an inclusive team that trusts each other.