Senior Ground Support Design Engineer

<div class="content-intro"><p> </p> <p><span data-teams="true"><strong>The future of aerospace and defense starts here. <br></strong></span></p> <p><span data-teams="true"><br>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. </span></p></div><p>Our products and technologies require an extraordinary team. A team that will mold tomorrow’s technologies while deploying today’s best. We are an intrinsically motivated team that has a passion for solving problems and empowering each other every day to develop our skills, knowing that there is always room for growth.</p> <p>Ursa Major’s team moves fast and does a lot with little. GSE Design Engineer is an engineer who has a strong work ethic, solid mechanical understanding, and a desire to learn and be a part of a fast moving and high performing team to build and operate industry leading rocket engine test facilities. We expect these engineers to be self-starters with a passion for system design, implementation, and operation. Hands-on experience is required.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Design and operate fluid and mechanical test systems to support rocket engine component checkouts and engine testing <ul> <li>Fluids include kerosene, oxygen, nitrogen, helium, and hydrogen at high pressures and cryogenic temperatures</li> </ul> </li> <li>Technical <ul> <li>Drive, evaluate, and communicate requirements from engine and component teams</li> <li>Generation of piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&amp;ID) and overall system level documentation <ul> <li>Generation of work instructions for installation and maintenance of fluid and mechanical systems</li> <li>Source required components for these systems</li> <li>Generation of CAD models and drawings</li> </ul> </li> <li>Perform system analysis including: <ul> <li>Fluid flow analysis with hand calculation, spreadsheet, and computer codes</li> </ul> </li> <li>Piping flexibility analysis and structural analysis using FEA</li> <li>Collaborate to ensure instrumentation requirements are tracked and implemented</li> <li>Manage projects to ensure objectives and milestones are completed and tracking to required deadlines or communicated otherwise</li> <li>Document and present designs through the full design review process</li> <li>Evaluation of data to ensure proper operation of fluid and mechanical systems</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>BS degree or higher in an engineering field (Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred)</li> <li>4+ years of experience with piping, facility, or test system design</li> <li>US citizenship required</li> <li>Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal.</li> <li>Experience in hands on hardware build and troubleshooting</li> <li>Ability to interact in high paced and rapidly changing test environment</li> <li>Ability to evaluate and assess risk positions and provide recommended path forwards</li> <li>Ability to perform physical tasks including standing for long periods, working on ladders, kneeling, crouching, working in tight spaces, lifting objects (up to 25 lbs.)</li> </ul> <p>Desired Experiences</p> <ul> <li>GD&amp;T and CAD experience (Solid Works, PTC Creo, Siemens NX, or similar)</li> <li>Familiarity with piping design software (Caesar II, Bentley AutoPipe, CaePipe)</li> <ul> <li>Familiarity with FEA software (ANSYS preferred)</li> </ul> <li>Experience with ASME piping codes and common tube and pipe connections</li> <li>Familiar with National Fire Protection Association, International Fire Code, International Building Code, and other related regulations</li> <li>Experience performing Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), System Safety and Hazards Analysis</li> </ul> <p>Benefits Include:</p> <ul> <li>Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement</li> <li>Paid maternity/paternity/adoptive leave</li> <li>Medical, dental and vision insurance; STD; Life and AD&amp;D</li> <li>Retirement Savings Plan - Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)</li> <li>Company stock options</li> </ul> <p>Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $112,000 - $140,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we <em>can’t </em>quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy. </p> <p>Classification: Full-time Exempt</p> <p> </p><div class="content-conclusion"><div> <div> <p> </p> <p><strong>Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)</strong></p> <ul> <li>Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement</li> <li>Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave</li> <li>Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance</li> <li>Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)</li> <li>Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&amp;D</li> <li>Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport</li> <li>EAP Program</li> <li>Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match</li> <li>Equity Grants in the Company</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span data-teams="true"><strong>How To Apply: </strong><br>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.</span></p> <hr></div> <div><strong>NOTE: </strong>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.</div> </div> <div> </div> <div><strong>Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents).</strong></div> <div> </div> <div><strong>Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance. </strong></div> <div> </div> <div><em>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.</em></div> <div> </div> <div>No outside recruiters, please.</div> <div> </div></div>