Electrical Engineer 1

Electrical Engineer 1

Date: Jun 25, 2026

Location: Centennial, CO, US, 80112

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 1795 Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00 Location: ULA - Denver Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent

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 position is a detailed design engineering opportunity within the Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) organization. The role will have a diverse taskset spanning areas such as RF, communications systems, instrumentation, power & controls, and test tooling. The engineer is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems and may include interfacing with counterparts in procurement, logistics, testing, and operations. Tasks include hardware selection, reviewing and editing complex engineering drawings, parts lists, test procedures and schematics, wire list creation, basic cable design / layout, and harness design. There are opportunities to directly support launching the Vulcan launch vehicles, including becoming an expert in a specific subsystem.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university. Ability to identify and select electrical components in support of pneumatics, avionics, and ground systems. Personal involvement with implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems / circuits. Experience reviewing, editing, and providing feedback on engineering drawings, parts lists, test procedures, and schematics. Experience integrating COTS hardware into system-level designs. Technical knowledge of grounding / bonding principles and practices. CAD tools for modeling and tracking engineering changes.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with NX, TeamCenter, Zuken or similar CAD software. Experience with LabView or NI. Experience working independently while being a productive and collaborative team member. Self-motivated with demonstrated skills during past work experience regarding their initiative, teamwork, soft skills and reliability. Solid understanding of problem definition and issue resolution process steps.

Salary Range (for ULA - Denver only): $67,895.00 - $113,159.00 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, 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.

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. 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

Nearest Major Market: Denver