About this opportunity
Ursa Major lists this Propellant Tank Responsible Engineer - In-Space opportunity in berthoud, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
The future of aerospace and defense starts here.
Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering, and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.
Our products and technologies require an extraordinary team. We are intrinsically motivated individuals who have a passion for solving problems and empower each other every day to develop our skills, knowing that there is always room for growth.
We are looking for a skilled, fast‑learning individual who will serve as a central member of the In‑Space team and take immediate hardware ownership as a responsible engineer. This role will be part of the technical organization, responsible for clean‑sheet design, development, and validation of a variety of propulsion hardware. Candidates will be expected to own the project from the initial concept phase to a production‑ready design and may need to support multiple In‑Space programs simultaneously.
Responsibilities
Ownership of new and existing spacecraft propulsion system components through flight, with a focus on pressure vessels.
Clean‑sheet design of spacecraft propulsion system components including tanks, thrusters, and fluid systems.
Design modifications of existing components and prototypes to increase performance and improve manufacturability.
Derive requirements from top‑level system and test objectives.
Write, review, and update work instructions for the assembly of components and establish appropriate acceptance and qualification tests.
Assemble and test first‑article prototypes.
Work closely with interfacing teams to ensure successful integration of component designs into the propulsion system. Support validation and recursive design during system development.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
2+ years of relevant hardware design and ownership experience.
Proficiency with the basic principles of design for manufacturability.
Proficiency with computer‑aided design and drafting and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5.
Working knowledge of and hands‑on experience with pressure vessels, fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems.
Desire to take ownership and help wherever needed on the team.
Able to delegate tasks and lead large project scope.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and stay flexible based on customer demands and company priorities, along with daily firefighting.
Desired Experience
Experience with spacecraft fluid systems architecture, requirements, and design for various missions including LEO, GEO, and beyond.
Spacecraft propulsion system and component design, test, or analysis.
Familiarity with hypergolic propellant systems.
Knowledge of industry standards and requirements including SMC‑S‑016, AIAA S‑080, and SSCMAN 91‑710.
Experience operating in ISO 9001 or AS9100 certified organizations.
Experience with structural, fluids, and thermal analysis using Ansys FEA.
2+ years of Siemens NX CAD programs and Windchill PLM software.
Master’s or PhD in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
Component testing and validation experience.
Experience with flight qualification and flight support.
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $92,000 – $115,000 determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Classification: Full‑time Exempt.
Benefits Include
Unlimited PTO – Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement.
Paid parental and adoptive leave.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Tax‑advantage accounts (HSA/FSA).
Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, basic life, AD&D.
Additional benefit options including voluntary life and emergency medical transport.
EAP program.
Retirement savings plan – 401(k) with company match.
Equity grants in the company.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking “Submit Application.” This position will be posted for a minimum of three days and will remain open until filled.
Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self‑select out of opportunities if they do not meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.
Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. citizens and permanent residents).
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
We’re an equal‑opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
No outside recruiters, please.
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Worksite address
berthoud, CO, 80513, US
Who can apply
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