Systems Engineer 3

Requisition ID: 1813 Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00 Location: ULA - Denver Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available Travel Requirements: 25% At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team. Job Overview This position supports ULA's Vulcan Development organization, contributing to upgrades to the Vulcan Centaur launch system and development activities that expand ULA's future launch capabilities. Level 3 Systems Engineers act as independent integrators, bringing strong technical depth and engineering judgment. This role requires the ability to independently solve technical problems, influence team direction, and own systems engineering products with minimal oversight. Key Responsibilities Function as an independent integrator with cross-technology airborne development teams. Lead evaluation of customer/operational needs and drive requirements development, allocation, integration, and verification planning. Conduct technical analyses, fishbone/FMEAs, system performance assessments, and integration studies. Lead subsystem-level trade studies, develop technical recommendations, and present results to leadership. Support and guide cross-functional resolution of technical issues. Develop and maintain architecture, verification logic, and cross-discipline technical data. Support program execution planning and risk/issue/opportunity management. Prepare content for major design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and influence technical decision-making. Appropriately scale systems engineering rigor based on project maturity and risk. Demonstrate an Agile mindset by driving incremental value, supporting iterative planning, and collaborating closely with cross-functional Agile teams. 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. Strong technical depth in one or more engineering domains relevant to launch vehicles (propulsion, structures, avionics, FSW/GSW, etc.). Experience generating, allocating, and verifying requirements. Experience leading cross-functional technical efforts. Experience preparing for and participating in major design or gate reviews. Ability to influence technical direction without formal authority. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated proficiency in digital engineering / MBSE, including architecture modeling, behavioral modeling, or requirements-to-model traceability. Ability to diagnose integration challenges across subsystems using strong engineering fundamentals. Strong analytical skills and ability to translate technical data into actionable conclusions. Experience with tools such as Teamcenter, DOORS, Cameo/MagicDraw, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar to produce technically credible engineering outputs. Experience mentoring early-career engineers or leading focused technical activities. Experience working within Agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum) and contributing to Agile ceremonies and team workflows. Summary Salary Range (ULA - Denver) $99,604.00 - $166,007.00 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. Benefits 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. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr