Electrical Engineer 1

Job Overview & Responsibilities

• Support and maintain ground electrical and power systems across all ULA launch sites.
• Support the design, maintenance, and daily operations of facility electrical, power, and electromechanical systems.
• Coordinate electrical support for launch operations, including scheduling, system readiness, and console support during testing and major events.
• Collaborate with internal teams and contractors on the design, operation, and upkeep of new and existing electromechanical systems, including high-voltage infrastructure.
• Plan and execute facility electrical validations, pre-launch checkouts, and ensure operational readiness.
• Develop and update test procedures and maintenance documentation for primary and backup power systems (12kV, 480VAC, 120VAC, 24V control, etc.).
• Operate and maintain mobile electrical systems and hazardous commodity detection and monitoring systems.
• Support development of mission-specific electrical capabilities for launch facilities.

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

None required

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong foundation in circuit theory, electrical design principles, and CAD software (AutoCAD, EPLAN, etc.).
• Familiarity with applicable codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE) is a plus.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Eagerness to learn and take initiative in a hands-on environment.
• Internship or co-op experience in an engineering environment.
• Knowledge of PLCs, control systems, or embedded systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic working knowledge of:
• Circuit theory.
• Electrical design principles.
• AC/DC voltage systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams, including customers and subcontractors.
• Ability to support field operations and maintenance activities in launch pad and processing environments, including certification or willingness to obtain certification for:
• Working at heights.
• Confined space entry.
• Areas with hazardous rocket propellants and high-pressure gases.
• Willingness and ability to travel to other ULA launch facilities as needed.

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).