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Systems Safety Engineer 3

United Launch Alliance
$97,547.00 - $162,578.00
paid time off, 401(k)

Oct 24, 2025
Requisition ID: 1370 Standard Weekly Hours:40.00 Location:ULA - Vandenberg AFB Relocation:Yes- Relocation may be available Travel Requirements:25% 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 individual will have responsibilites in both Quality Engineering and Systems Safety Engineering, supporting Launch operations at both Cape and Vandenberg. Key Responsbilities: Position will require occasional extended temporary duty travels (TDY's). Reviews product systems, associated support equipment and facilities, functional specifications and operations, and establishes safety requirements for assigned systems. Independently analyzes and recommends safety criteria in system design, equipment and procedures to control or eliminate hazards. Prepares safety documents as required to support customer and test/operational range requirements. Performs development, modification, application and maintenance of quality standards and protocol for processing materials into partially finished or finished materials product. Collaborates with engineering and manufacturing functions to ensure quality standards are in place. Adheres to implementation methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment. Performs the design or specification of inspection and testing mechanisms and equipment; conducts quality assurance tests; and performs statistical analysis to assess the cost of and determine the responsibility for, products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications. Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements. May specialize in the areas of design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation and reliability, inventory control and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality. Required Education Bachelor Required Years of Experience Minimum of 4 years of related work experience Basic Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university is required. Ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance is required. US citizenship is required. Analytical ability to evaluate, interpret, and assimilate data into useable information and provide recommendations based upon results. Ability to apply CA tools to identify root cause and corrective actions for anomaly conditions. Must be able to work around hazardous systems at the launch sites, climb stairs, and access elevated work platforms Lead multi-discipline continuous improvement teams to improve methods and procedures. Highly flexible in work schedule (i.e. off-shift, weekends, travel 25%). Willing to accommodate occasional TDY's at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. Preferred Qualifications Green Belt / Black Belt certification Lean and six-sigma certification Summary Salary Range (forULA - Vandenberg AFBonly): $97,547.00 - $162,578.00 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