Mechanical Engineer 2

Date: Sep 24, 2026

Location: Decatur, AL, US, 35601

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 1825

Location: ULA - Decatur 

Relocation: Yes- Relocation may be available 

Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent 

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

As a Mechanical Engineer 2 at ULA's production facility in Decatur, AL, key responsibilities include: 

• Designing and implementing manufacturing processes, procedures, and planning for multiple build items in support of other assembly areas in the factory.
• Designing sequence of operations and specific procedures for hardware in work center. 
• Inspecting performance of machinery, equipment, and tools to verify their efficiency.
• Investigates and initiates corrective action or problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality.   
• Providing guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques. 
• Ensuring processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
• Collaborating with design engineers to ensure all products meet design requirements and can be manufactured efficiently.
• Working with quality engineering and production operations to initiate corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality.
• Troubleshooting to resolve manufacturing issues and keep production on schedule.
• Work closely with technicians during the build process and supports process improvements.
• Identifying and driving continuous improvement opportunities to completion.
• Working collaboratively with multiple functions within the organization to perform job duties. 
• Implementing Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM).

Required Education

Bachelor

Required Years of Experience

Minimum of 2 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field from an accredited college or university.
• Previous exposure to reading blueprints.
• Understanding of geometrical, dimensioning, and tolerancing.
• Attention to detail and good documentation of observations/findings.
• Ability to work extended hours and/or weekends along with off shifts, as necessary to support testing and production delivery activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with aerospace hardware, working with cross-functional work groups, and presenting to external customers.
• Exposure to manufacturing techniques and working with an hourly workforce.
• Experience with ERP systems (Enterprise Resource Planning), preferably SAP.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Decatur

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