About this role
<p><b>Requisition ID: </b>1768</p> <p><b>Standard Weekly Hours: </b>40.00<b> </b></p> <p><b>Location: </b>ULA - Denver<b> </b></p> <p><b>Relocation: </b>Yes- Relocation may be available<b> </b></p> <p><b>Travel Requirements: </b>None/Infrequent<b> </b></p> <p> </p> <p><b>At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.</b></p> <p> </p> <p>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!</p> <div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:14.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><u><b>Job Overview & Responsibilities</b></u></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <p><div id="tor_wf_sect_0_fcust_jobresponsibilities_readOnlyDiv"> <div id="tor_wf_sect_0_fcust_jobresponsibilities_content"> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">At ULA we’re invested in evolving our software capabilities through the creation of new launch system simulations to augment our existing software and hardware-in-the-loop test capabilities.</span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>As a Software Simulation Engineer, you will:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Participate in an agile scrum team to develop simulations of launch vehicle and launch pad systems in support of the software development and mission integration teams.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Develop and document software requirements.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Develop and implement software designs.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Perform peer review and test of implemented software.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Participate in collaborative planning across software teams to identify simulation needs.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Collaborate with system owners to ensure software simulations accurately reflect the systems being simulated.</span></li> </ul> </div> </div></p> <p> </p> <p><u><b>Required Education</b></u></p> <p>Bachelor</p> <p> </p> <p><u><b>Required Years of Experience</b></u></p> <p>None required</p> <p> </p> <p><u><b>Basic Qualifications</b></u></p> <p><div id="tor_wf_sect_0_fcust_basicqualifications_readOnlyDiv"> <div id="tor_wf_sect_0_fcust_basicqualifications_content"> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university</span></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Experience with C/C++/Python</span></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Experience with software development practices including:</span></span> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Configuration Management practices and tools such as Git</span></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)</span> </span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Familiarity with Real Time Linux-based operating systems</span></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Familiarity across a variety of chip, board and network level communication protocols</span></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span>Familiarity with object-oriented designs and languages</span></span></li> </ul> </div> </div></p> <p> </p> <p><u><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></u></p> <p><div id="tor_wf_sect_0_fcust_preferredqualifications_readOnlyDiv"> <div id="tor_wf_sect_0_fcust_preferredqualifications_content"> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Experience with software control systems</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Expertise with Hardware Description Languages (Verilog / VHDL)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Familiarity with and understanding of DevSecOps pipelines and processes</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Technical leadership experience in an Engineering environment</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Experience presenting hardware / software / system architecture and designs to both internal audiences as well as external customers</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Familiarity with standards such as RCC-319, SMC-012/021 or DO-178</span></li> </ul> </div> </div></p></div></div></div><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><u><b>Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Denver</b> <b>only):</b></u> $77,111.00 - $128,518.00 </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><em>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. </em></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><u><b>What makes ULA different?</b></u></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px">We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Generous paid time off</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Flexible work environments</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px">Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><em>Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.</em></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><u><b>Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR).</b></u><em> </em>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).</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><u><b>ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</b></u><em> </em>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><u><b>ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. </b></u>Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (<a href="https://www.ulalaunch.com/docs/default-source/default-document-library/e-verify_poster_v08-08_standard_english.pdf">English</a> / <a href="https://www.ulalaunch.com/docs/default-source/default-document-library/everifyposterspanish1.pdf">Spanish</a>) and Right to Work Poster (<a href="https://www.ulalaunch.com/docs/default-source/default-document-library/oscrighttoworkposter-english.pdf">English</a> / <a href="https://www.ulalaunch.com/docs/default-source/default-document-library/righttoworkspanishposter.pdf">Spanish</a>).</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><u><b>Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act</b></u> 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</span></span></p>