Launch Vehicle Integration Engineer II

Job Title: Launch Vehicle Integration Engineer II

Location: Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA

Employment Type: Direct Hire 

Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Compensation: $110,151.00 - $130,304.00 /year.

Schedule: 40 hrs/Week. 

About the Opportunity:

• As an Launch Vehicle Integration Engineer, you will support the final launch site integration of launch vehicles by working through assembly, testing, and troubleshooting processes. 
• You will collaborate with design, manufacturing, and test teams to ensure seamless vehicle integration and functionality. 
• Your contributions will help drive successful vehicle builds and flight operations. 

What You'll Do:

• This position will work closely with and support the launch pad teams in ensuring critical systems necessary to execute the launch campaign are mission capable.
• Support vehicle integration activities, including structural, mechanical, electrical, and propulsion system integration.
• Support the development and execution of integration plans, procedures, and timelines for vehicle assembly and testing.
• Work with design and manufacturing teams to ensure hardware is properly integrated and operational.
• Provide hands-on support for vehicle integration and launch site testing, working closely with technicians and engineers.
• Assist in troubleshooting and problem resolution of integration issues to maintain project timelines.
• Contribute to best practices for system integration, testing, and verification.
• Support environmental and functional tests on integrated aerospace vehicles and launch pad systems.
• Document integration procedures, lessons learned, and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Support vehicle final testing and integration at the launch site across all stages up to and including launch.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the opportunity to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while providing you with room to grow and develop professionally. 

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider- we help companies compete for talent. With experience across industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and design talent solutions that deliver the business outcomes they want. We draw on decades of experience to provide contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in aerospace vehicle integration or related engineering fields.
• 2+ years of experience in system-level testing and troubleshooting.
• 2+ years of Hands-on experience working with aerospace hardware and manufacturing processes.

What Sets You Apart:

• Basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems integration for aerospace applications.
• Familiarity with CAD software and engineering tools for integration analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documents.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work in a hands-on, high-energy environment, including cleanroom and manufacturing areas.
• Experience with launch vehicle or spacecraft final integration at the launch site.
• Experience with launch campaign execution from assembly through test and launch.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (NASA, FAA, DoD, AS9100, AFSPC MAN 91-710).
• Experience with design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA) principles.
• Knowledge of propulsion system integration and fluid system handling.
• Experience with PLM and ERP tools for integration tracking and documentation.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and drug screen.
• Willingness to support off-shift work, extended hours, or travel as needed for integration and testing.

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