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To thrive as a Complex Chief Engineer, a deep understanding of engineering principles, project management, and building systems is essential, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in engineering and relevant licensure such as a Professional Engineer (PE) certification. Expertise in using building management systems (BMS), AutoCAD, and maintenance management software is commonly required. Leadership, problem-solving, and strong communication skills help coordinate multidisciplinary teams and resolve technical issues efficiently. These competencies ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of complex facilities, directly impacting organizational performance and compliance.

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Launch Operations Chief Engineer

FL • On-site

United Launch Alliance
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

United Launch Alliance rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

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Job description

Requisition ID: 2071
Location: ULA - Cape Canaveral
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
The Launch Operations (LOPS) Chief Engineer provides technical leadership and maintains technical oversight for launch operations related to engineering products across all ground systems and their interface to airborne systems. The LOPS CE is accountable for all technical decisions within this scope. This position provides leadership to the Engineering and Operations teams supporting launch operations and has technical responsibility for ensuring 100% Mission Success while achieving business objectives. The LOPS Chief Engineer reports to the Director of Engineering for the Recurring Program.
Job duties include:
  • Provides technical oversight and guidance for recurring ground systems at all launch sites, including Lane A, Lane G, SLC-41, and SLC-3. Leads the team in performing design, analysis, qualification, test, or system engineering activities for launch site operations.
  • Provides technical and programmatic evaluations of all aspects of LOPS systems to the Recurring Operations Director of Engineering, Product Line Chief Engineers and ULA Senior Leadership.
  • Chairs technical decision making reviews for recurring LOPS systems with responsibility for the appropriate technical content, programmatic impact assessments and risk evaluation.
  • Ensures strong integration across technologies and programs using systems engineering methods, technical risk assessments, technical planning, supportability analyses, and effectiveness evaluations throughout the system's lifecycle.
  • Serves as Lead Anomaly Chief (AC) for launch countdown-related operations, responsible for coordinating assignments for ACs, ensuring ACs are trained and certified to support the launch rate.
  • Prepares countdown-related performance and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Facilities status report for the Post-Flight Assessment report for each mission.
  • Co-Chair the LOPS Corrective Action Board (CAB). Determines whether LOPS Liables are required to be presented at the monthly CAB meeting. Determines crossover applicability to other sites and programs with appropriate actions.
  • Serves as the owner of the command media governing documentation and adjudication of pre-flight issues or anomalies on the vehicle, Ground Support Equipment (GSE) or facility during processing at the sites. Responsible to ensure acceptable engineering resolution and corrective action.
  • Holds execution responsibility for ground system certification process. Has a focus on how to improve effectiveness and efficiency of certification process.
  • Quorum member of the monthly LOPS Certification Board, chaired by the senior Leader of Assembly & Test (A&T).
  • Approves all Job Hazard Analysis forms in support of Engineering and Infrastructure (E&I) projects.
  • Provides effective coordination and communication with the customer community (NRO, Space Force, NASA and Commercial).

Required Education
Bachelor
Required Years of Experience
Minimum of 10 years of related work experience
Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited college.
  • Proven team leadership with experience working at the pace required at an operational launch pad.
  • Experience with complex launch vehicle, missile or space systems with demonstrated expertise in launch vehicle ground systems, day of launch operations, and/or test of complex aerospace systems.
  • Experience in evaluating, balancing and accepting cost, schedule and technical risk.
  • Demonstrated ability to resolve and drive closure of technical issues with a balanced risk posture.
  • Excellent communication skills, with experience in engaging and influencing leadership of both internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD TS/SCI is required. US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Active DOD TS/SCI clearance. US Citizenship is required.

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, engagement 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.
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.
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.

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