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.
As a Systems Engineer, you will help define success at Ursa Major Technologies! You will leverage your experience to help verify our propulsion systems are designed and perform as necessary to meet our customers’ needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the leads of all major programs in defining, validating, and maintaining requirements.
- Build system-level qualification plans for Solid Rocket Motors (SRMs).
- Track requirement verification status through product development and qualification.
- Review test and analysis plans and reports to assist with confirmation that requirements are met.
- Develop Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA), Process Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Age-Sensitive Items Analysis (ASIA) and other system documents for SRM programs.
- Support system-level risk analysis and mitigation; own and carry to closure all system-level risks.
- Develop Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) models of SRM systems.
- Communicate with management and customers on requirement compliance at program reviews.
- Create and manage system engineering tools and processes.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Systems Engineering associates to advance their proficiency.
Required Qualifications
- B.S. in Aerospace, Systems or Mechanical Engineering (or other related technical subject area).
- 1-3 years experience applying aerospace systems engineering processes – design reviews, requirements validation and verification, failure and risk assessments.
- Demonstrated organization skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity in all its forms as well as contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
- Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationships.
Desired Experience
- Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS or Jama.
- Experience with MBSE and Cameo.
- Familiarity with government and DoD contracts and specifications.
- Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
- SRM or other propulsion system design, development, or test.
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $81,000 - $101,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.
Classification: Full-time Exempt
Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)
- 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 - 401k with Company Match
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 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't 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).
Eligibility 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.
