Date: Nov 18, 2024
Location: Vandenberg AFB, CA, US, 93437
Company: United Launch Alliance
Requisition ID: 645
Location: ULA – Vandenberg AFB
Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available
Travel Requirements: 10%
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 is an exciting and dynamic role located directly at the launch site. Wide range of activities and projects related to erosion, corrosion control, civil structural projects and maintenance. This role includes the ability to directly shape the work and drive projects from cradle to grave. This role can have a significant amount of autonomy. This role directly supports launches, including day of launch activities.
Supporting Civil & Structural Engineering needs for Engineering & Infrastructure Group. Including but not limited to:
- Oversees and manages the operational aspects of new and existing projects
- Maintenance and Repair Launch Site Infrastructure
- Provide engineering and oversight of SLC-3 and other associated facilities. The engineering and management support may include
- Architectural
- HVAC
- Electrical
- Civil
- Structural and mechanical systems
- Maintenance and facility corrosion control activities.
Additional daily roles include:
- Perform engineering calculations, trade-studies, designs, evaluations, and rough cost estimates in support of the above engineering activities.
- Troubleshooting, repair and retest of major components including hydraulics & controls for movable buildings and platforms.
- Prepare Statements of Work with detailed contractor direction, and manage contractor’s activities for building architectural systems, facility corrosion control repair, miscellaneous civil, structural and mechanical repairs/modifications.
- Develop and coordinate technical portions of proposals and contract specifications.
- Apply knowledge of regulatory and certifying agency requirements to ensure product and/or service is in compliance with local and launch base codes.
- Apply knowledge of functional testing requirements to ensure product and/or service meets or exceeds customer expectations
- Work with various government groups including Air Force and Base Civil Engineering personnel.
Required Education
Bachelor
Required Years of Experience
Minimum of 4 years of related work experience
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
- Experience with Computer Aided Design software such as AutoCad, Revit
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with facilities engineering and/or plant operations.
- Experience with working with contractors and developing statements of work.
- Excellent communication, writing and oral skills and have the ability to work with a wide range of team members including customers and subcontractors.
- Experience working independently and in a team environment, with both represented and contractor personnel.
- Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office products like Excel, Word, Power Point and Project.
- Work will primarily be in an office type environment, with some field operations and maintenance support (launch pad and processing facilities) involving working at height, working in confined space, and working in areas of stored hazardous rocket propellant commodities and high-pressure gases.
- Previous Launch Pad or other similar industry experience (Nuclear, Aircraft, Civil, and Chemical) is preferred.
- Construction background is a plus.
Summary Salary Range (for ULA – Vandenberg AFB only): $103,022.00 – $160,970.00
Please 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.
What makes ULA different?
Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, diversity and professional development for employees at all levels.
We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:
- 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
- Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible work environments
Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a “9/80 schedule,” meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.
Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
The 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.
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).
ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other categories protected by law.
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).
Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted
