Jobs at Ball Aerospace

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Ball Aerospace, a subsidiary of Ball Corporation, designs and manufactures advanced space and defense technologies. It leads in satellite bus platforms, high‑resolution imaging sensors, and propulsion systems used by NASA, U.S. Space Force, and commercial satellite operators. Its engineering teams develop cutting‑edge optics, avionics, and thermal control systems that deliver mission‑critical performance.

Ball hires software engineers, electrical and mechanical engineers, systems architects, program managers, test engineers, and manufacturing specialists. Candidates can expect rigorous technical interviews, problem‑solving challenges, and opportunities to work on multi‑disciplinary teams that collaborate on interplanetary missions and commercial launch services. Competitive benefits include equity options, professional development budgets, and flexible work arrangements.

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Application Operations Engineer

Company: GE Aerospace

Location: Muskegon, MI

Posted Dec 04, 2024

GE is seeking a skilled Application Operations Engineer for deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of critical applications. The role involves incident management, automation, documentation, and continuous improvement. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or relevant IT experience. Desired qualifications include database understanding, proficiency in SQL, containerization, virtualization, and programming. Benefits include healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time-off.

Talent Assessment Leader

Company: GE Aerospace

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 04, 2024

The Talent Assessment Leader role involves guiding the talent assessment portfolio, leading a team, partnering with various functions, and ensuring a diverse talent pipeline. The role requires a bachelor's degree, significant HR experience, technical talent assessment expertise, and people leadership skills. A Masters degree in relevant fields is preferred, along with global HR experience and the ability to drive change. A Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required for UK-based candidates.

LEAP Manufacturing Programs Leader

Company: GE Aerospace

Location: Liberty Township, OH

Posted Dec 04, 2024

The LEAP Manufacturing Programs Leader is a crucial role in GE Aviation's highest volume commercial engine, the LEAP, which powers commercial narrowbody aircraft from Boeing and Airbus. This position, based in West Chester, OH, requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in engineering, project, sourcing, or supply chain within the aircraft engine industry. The leader will provide change management, cost reduction, and producibility improvement, define program plans, and align with value stream goals. They will also develop standard work, utilize digital tools, participate in strategy planning, and demonstrate leadership abilities. GE offers a competitive benefits package including relocation assistance, medical insurance, 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and more.

ANÜ Projektmanager (temp for 12 months)

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Heidelberg, Germany

Posted Dec 04, 2024

Collins Aerospace, based in Heidelberg, Germany, is seeking an experienced Project Manager (m/f/d) for a 12-month contract in employee leasing. The role involves overseeing product transition from engineering to manufacturing, assessing customer requirements, preparing offer documents, and managing project timelines and progress. The ideal candidate should have a technical degree, 3-5 years of project management experience, knowledge in electronic test systems, and strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills. Collins Aerospace offers a competitive salary, work-life balance, flexible working hours, 30 days of paid vacation, and various additional benefits.

Advance Lead Engineer-Commercial Field Service

Company: GE Aerospace

Location: Kawasaki, Japan

Posted Dec 04, 2024

The Aerospace Field Service Engineer role involves serving as the primary GE technical representative, providing program leadership and assistance to customers in the operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of assigned jet engine product lines. The engineer will act as a single point of contact for the customer, customer team, and all GE stakeholders, and will be responsible for building trusting relationships with customers at all levels of management. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering or Aerospace, a minimum of 5-6 years of experience in Aerospace engineering or Airline operational support, and strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills. The engineer will also assist with proactive reliability improvements, spare parts ordering, and data collection for fleet performance analysis.

Manufacturing Engineer- Production Processes and Equipment

Company: GE Aerospace

Location: Cheltenham, United Kingdom

Posted Dec 04, 2024

GE Aviation is actively recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer to join their Military Power Programs team in Cheltenham. The role involves supporting a swing shift operation, introducing leading manufacturing technologies, and ensuring product compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in electrical and mechanical manufacturing processes and strong problem-solving skills.

Senior Principal Systems Engineer - Integration & Test Lead (Onsite)

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Richardson, TX

Posted Dec 04, 2024

Collins Aerospace in Richardson, TX is seeking an Integration & Test Lead Senior Principal Systems Engineer. The role involves designing, developing, integrating, and testing hardware and software solutions for mission-critical systems. The engineer will focus on customer needs throughout the program lifecycle, provide technical guidance, and lead system integration and troubleshooting. Qualifications include an active U.S. government security clearance, U.S. citizenship, and relevant experience or degree. Preferred qualifications include experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and technical proposal writing. Collins Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Manager of Customer Property (Onsite)

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Windsor Locks, CT

Posted Dec 04, 2024

Collins Aerospace, Mission Systems Business Unit, is seeking a Manager for Government Property Compliance in Windsor Locks, CT. The role involves ensuring compliance to contract requirements, regulations, and company policies for managing customer property. The Manager will support multiple programs including Space Station, Space Suit, Orion, SLS, CST-100, and Submarines. Key responsibilities include managing the property management system, partnering with Contract Management, leading a staff of property personnel, and driving corrective actions from audits. The role requires a University Degree or Advanced Degree with 8+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent in experience. U.S. citizenship is mandatory. The position offers competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, a generous 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and more. The salary range is $96,000 - $200,000.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Onsite)

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: El Segundo, CA

Posted Dec 04, 2024

Collins Aerospace, a company dedicated to innovation in aviation, space, and defense, is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer for an onsite role in Morrisville, NC or El Segundo, CA. The role involves architecture, design, development, integration, and testing of embedded software for network security appliances. The engineer will work closely with a team, participate in design and code reviews, and manage project documentation. Qualifications include a minimum of 5 years of software development experience, expertise in C and C++, understanding of network security protocols, and the ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance. Collins Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, a generous 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Senior Firmware Engineer (Onsite)

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Largo, FL

Posted Dec 04, 2024

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is hiring Senior Firmware Engineers for an onsite position in Largo, FL. The role involves developing complex firmware solutions for US military and international customers. Qualified candidates should have 5+ years of digital hardware design experience, a STEM degree, and the ability to obtain US security clearance. Preferred qualifications include team leadership, embedded processors experience, and familiarity with various FPGA development tools. The company offers comprehensive benefits and a chance to be part of a global impact team.

Mechanical Maintenance Technician “C"

Company: GE Aerospace

Location: Huntsville, AL

Posted Dec 04, 2024

GE is offering a Mechanical Maintenance Technician position with a great work environment and challenging career. The role involves leading GE initiatives, performing complex maintenance tasks, and ensuring safety and operational goals are met. The ideal candidate should have hands-on maintenance experience, complete NCCER certification, and be able to work shifts and respond to off-hours calls. Desired characteristics include 10+ years of experience, an AA/AS degree, and strong knowledge of mechanics.

Avionics Electronics Technician - 1st Shift (Onsite)

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Federal Way, WA

Posted Dec 04, 2024

The job posting is for an onsite Avionics Electronics Technician position at Collins Aerospace in Federal Way, WA. The role involves high-level technical work with moderate to complex electronic avionics equipment, requiring a working knowledge of standard and custom test equipment. The technician will set up and operate precision test equipment, follow blueprints, and troubleshoot repair units. They must have an electronics background, relevant experience, and be a U.S. person. Preferred qualifications include an AAS degree in electronics, prior military experience, and experience with aviation electronic equipment repair or manufacturing. The role offers competitive benefits and is part of the Re-Empower Program for experienced professionals returning to work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Ball Aerospace?
Working at Ball Aerospace means collaborating with a cross‑functional team of engineers, scientists, and program managers on missions that span Earth observation, deep‑space exploration, and national defense. Employees routinely tackle complex systems integration problems, attend design reviews with NASA and commercial partners, and receive mentorship from senior leaders. The company promotes a culture of continuous learning, offering tuition reimbursement, internal training programs, and access to cutting‑edge research facilities.
What types of positions are available at Ball Aerospace?
Ball Aerospace offers roles in software engineering, electrical and mechanical engineering, systems architecture, program management, test engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, data science, cybersecurity, and facilities management. Positions range from entry‑level engineers to senior program directors and are located in Tucson, AZ; Denver, CO; and remote options for certain technical roles.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
Showcase domain‑specific expertise by highlighting projects that involved satellite subsystems, optics, or space‑grade software. Include measurable results—e.g., reduced test cycle time by 20% or improved sensor resolution by 15%. Tailor your resume to emphasize certifications such as Six Sigma, PMP, or aerospace‑specific training. Prepare for technical interviews by practicing system‑level problem solving, writing code in C/C++ or Python, and reviewing Ball Aerospace’s recent missions like the Earth Observing System (EOS) or the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) payload technologies.

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