Quality Engineer 2 (Night Shift)

United Launch Alliance
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Alabama, Decatur
Apr 11, 2025
Requisition ID: 965 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 Quality Engineer 2 on night shift, you will serve as the primary point of contact for quality-related issues during overnight operations, following initial training and certification on the day shift. You will support production operations, ensure compliance with quality standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in a high-performance aerospace manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Serve as the lead quality contact during overnight operations after completion of training on the day shift. Process nonconformance documentation and perform evaluations to restore product conformity. Review production planning for accuracy and adequacy to ensure quality data is properly captured. Conduct Root Cause Analysis and implement Corrective Actions. Write, issue, and review First Article Inspection (FAI) reports in accordance with applicable standards. Perform planning reviews to ensure inspection needs and requirements are fully addressed. Conduct regular 5S walkdowns to maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas. Support continuous improvement initiatives and other assigned quality-related tasks. May be required to be on-call outside of standard working hours for remote support as needed Work Schedule: This role follows a 9/80 night shift schedule: On-Friday Week: Sunday night to Friday morning Off-Friday Week: Sunday night to Thursday morning Required Education Bachelor Required Years of Experience Minimum of 2 years of related work experience Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical field from an accredited college or university. Demonstrated experience in root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and/or issue resolution, preferably within a production or manufacturing environment. Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a cross-functional team. Must be able to work day shift (around 6 months) during the training period and transition to night shift upon completion. Abilityto be on-call outside of working hours for remote support as needed. Preferred Qualifications Material Review Board Experience Background in a production/manufacturing environment, preferablyin the aerospace industry.. Experience working in a nonconformance management system Proficiency with SAP Quality inspection experience Six Sigma Green/Black Belt 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.