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# Applications Engineer 3

- **Company:** United Launch Alliance
- **Location:** Centennial, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $104,087.0 - $173,479.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Applications Architecture, Application Performance Management, Data Integration, Monitoring of Systems, HP Systems Insight Manager, Automation of Marketing, Microsoft Software, SAP (Applications), Systems Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, SAP S/4HANA, Data Pipelines, Teamcenter (Software)
- **Published:** August 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17785829?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17785829%2FApplications-Engineer-3-Colorado-Centennial

## About the Role

Minimum of 4 years of related work experience, * Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university

 * Minimum4 years of experience supporting and administering enterprise applications (SAP, Teamcenter, Microsoft stack, or similar missioncritical platforms)
 * Experience with application troubleshooting, configuration, interface support, and system integration across multiple technologies
 * Demonstrated ability to adopt and apply AIbased tools or automation platforms to enhance reliability, reduce manual overhead, or streamline technical workflows
 * Strong problemsolving skills and ability to work independently at a professional Level3 scope
 * Familiarity with security and compliance expectations associated with ITAR, CUI, and regulated/missioncritical environments, * Experience supporting SAP S/4HANA, Teamcenter, Microsoft 365 ecosystem, or custom enterprise applications in aerospace or defense environments
 * Handson experience with AIassisted coding, AIenabled applications, or AIdriven support tools
 * Experience architecting or implementing automation for application monitoring, deployment, or infrastructure management
 * Familiarity with PLM, ERP, or engineering system workflows, including data pipelines or crossdomain integrations
 * Demonstrated creativity and adaptability in designing or implementing custom solutions to support evolving mission and business needs
 * Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices relevant to enterprise applications operating within regulated environments

## Description

At ULA, the Applications Engineer 3 provides advanced support, enhancement, and administration of enterprise applications across the SAP, Teamcenter, Microsoft, and custom solution ecosystems. This role supports the Centaur V (CV) work performed for NASA's Space Launch Systems (SLS), ensuring availability, reliability, and modernization of missioncritical systems. Responsibilities focus on building, integrating, automating, and maintaining applications and supporting infrastructure using both traditional and AIdriven methods., 1. Application Architecture, Integration & Support (SAP / Teamcenter / Microsoft / Custom)

 * Administer, maintain, and enhance key enterprise platforms including SAP and Teamcenter, aligning with ongoing modernization efforts such as S/4HANA migration, Teamcenter Copilot, and AIenabled applications
 * Support crossfunctional application workflows, data integrations, and interface reliability across engineering, supply chain, operations, and IT
 * Troubleshoot complex application issues, lead rootcause analysis, and drive sustainable corrective actions

 2. AIDriven Application & Infrastructure Management
 * Leverage AI tools and emerging automation capabilities to optimize application performance, infrastructure monitoring, workflow efficiency, and issue resolution
 * Prototype and implement custom AIsupported solutions to improve reliability, reduce manual workload, and enhance system maintainability

 3. Secure, Compliant, and MissionFocused Operations
 * Support application operations and integrations in a manner consistent with exportcontrolled data restrictions (ITAR), CUI safeguarding requirements, and applicable NIST security controls
 * Support configuration, monitoring, and change management activities that ensure system resilience and compliance
 * Contribute to improving operational processes, documentation, and runbooks for sustained enterprise stability


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