Propulsion Engineer II (Vehicle)

<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>Ursa Major is seeking a <strong>Propulsion Engineer II</strong> (propulsion systems) to support the technical definition, integration, and execution of propulsion systems for hypersonic vehicles. </p> <p>Ursa Major’s teams move fast and does a lot with little. We are looking for a skilled, fast-learning individual who will serve as a central member of the team and take immediate ownership of their system as a responsible engineer. This role sits at the intersection of propulsion design, vehicle integration, systems engineering, and test, with ownership from early concept through flight demonstration and production transition.</p> <p>The ideal candidate brings propulsion experience, strong systems thinking, and the ability to drive technical decisions in fast-paced, hardware-centric programs.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Clean sheet design and analysis of fluid &amp; mechanical vehicle components including tanks, structures, feed systems, propellant management, and fluid systems</li> <li>Leverage first-principles engineering to drive design and technical decisions</li> <li>Support rapid development cycles of new designs and changing requirements including testing, data analysis and hands-on hardware work</li> <li>Design modifications of existing components and prototypes to increase performance, improve manufacturability or resolve limitations</li> <li>Support test planning and execution, including ground and flight test support</li> <li>Participate in failure investigations, nonconformance resolution, and continuous design improvement</li> <li>Assembly and testing of first article prototypes</li> <li>Collaborate with the manufacturing, analysis, and test teams to reduce part-to-part variation and discrepancies</li> <li>Work with other engineers at Ursa Major on topics including design of components, system sizing, component testing, and system-level architecture.</li> <li>Interface with customers and external partners during design reviews, technical interchange meetings (TIMs), and integrated product team (IPT) meetings</li> <li>Support manufacturing through design for manufacturability (DFM) and producibility considerations</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field</li> <li>3-5 years of experience in propulsion systems engineering or propulsion-focused vehicle development</li> <li>Demonstrated proficiency with computer aided design and drafting </li> <li>Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5</li> <li>Working knowledge of and hands-on experience with fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems</li> <li>Desire to take ownership and help wherever needed on the team</li> <li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay flexible based on customer demands and company priorities along with daily firefighting</li> <li>Excellent problem solving, task management, and communication skills</li> <li>Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance</li> </ul> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field</li> <li>Desire to take ownership of multiple projects at once</li> <li>2+ years of Siemens NX CAD programs and Windchill PLM software</li> <li>Experience leading design reviews to communicate design decisions and trades. Well versed in documenting those reviews</li> <li>Experience in design and analysis of tanks, structures or fluids</li> <li>Coordination with analysis and lead engineers to quickly mature designs</li> <li>Demonstrated proficiency with basic principles of design for manufacturing</li> <li>Ability to make sound technical decisions under schedule and performance pressure</li> <li>Experience operating in ISO 9001 or AS9100 certified organizations</li> <li>Strong understanding of industry standards and requirements</li> <li>Demonstrated proficiency with fundamental manual or CNC machining equipment and processes (milling, turning)</li> <li>Experience with fluids, structural and thermal analysis using Ansys software</li> <li>Liquid propellant rocket engine design, test, or analysis</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>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. 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>