Material & Process Engineer 1

Material & Process Engineer 1

Date: Oct 14, 2026

Location: Decatur, AL, US, 35601

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 2243

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

ULA is seeking a Metallurgical Engineer to join the Parts, Materials, and Processes (PMP) Engineering team in Decatur, Alabama. This position is for a Material and Process Engineer with responsibilities to include the following:

• Provide day-to-day metallurgical engineering support to Production Operations.
• Work directly with production engineers, technicians, quality, and design engineers to identify and resolve material and process issues.
• Assist with material testing and characterization required to support production, qualification, and hardware acceptance.
• Perform and support metallurgical laboratory activities including: Metallographic sample preparation Optical microscopy Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) Hardness testing Microstructural evaluation Fractography Material identification and characterization
• Develop, write, and maintain PMP manufacturing process specifications.
• Support development and implementation of material and process controls within the production environment.

Required Education

Bachelor Required

Years of Experience

None required

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or Metallurgical Engineering. Experience with Microsoft Office 360. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation). Experience with metallic materials such as nickel-based superalloys and their associated processing (examples include heat treatment, forming, welding, etc.). Ability to work autonomously and as a part of a collaborative team.

Preferred Qualifications

Internship, co-op, research, or laboratory experience in metallurgy or materials engineering. Hands-on-experience with metallography, optical, and scanning electron microscopy. Experience with Nickel-based superalloys. Experience with hardness testing, tensile testing, fracture analysis, or other material characterization techniques. Experience troubleshooting manufacturing or material-related problems. Familiarity with aerospace material specifications and standards.

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.