Job Description
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. 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.
You will be part of a fast-paced focused and highly cohesive machining team. You will contribute to machining critical hardware and improving the impact that internal machining has on Ursa Major’s knowledge base and engine programs. Ursa Major Technologies seeks to be the best at what we do and a drive for rapid learning and improvement is expected of the entire team. You will report to the Operations Team.
Responsibilities:
- Operate CNC equipment to machine critical tight-tolerance aerospace components including 3 and 5 axis mills mill-turning machines and live tooling equipped lathes
- Program using Hypermill CAM software to produce prototype R&D and one-off parts
- Take on cradle to grave machining projects to support high pace output of development hardware reworks and part modifications
- Assistance with all shop related operations including tool & workholding creation & procurement equipment cleaning & maintenance etc.
Required Qualifications:
- 4+ years experience in a machining environment.
- Experience operating CNC equipment (lathe or mill)
- Demonstrated critical thinker
- Experience handling parts from programming through completed machined part
Desired Experience:
- Experience with multi-axis & mill-turn machines and programming is a plus.
- Experience in an aerospace machining environment
- Experience with modern multi-axis CAM packages is a plus.
- Knowledge of modern high speed machining strategies and tooling.
- Experience with Titanium and high-Nickel aerospace alloys is a plus.
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role which is $27.68 - $36.00/hour determined by your education experience knowledge skills and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we are evaluating individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly we are excited to meet you and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges supportive team and amazing culture we enjoy. Click here for more information about our awesome benefits
Classification: Full-time Non-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
- 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 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
Skills Required
- 4+ years experience in a machining environment
- Experience operating CNC equipment (lathe or mill)
- Demonstrated critical thinker
- Experience handling parts from programming through completed machined part
What the Team is Saying
Ursa Major Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Healthcare Strength—Company materials outline comprehensive medical dental vision life/AD&D and short‑term disability coverage. Third‑party profiles also note mental health benefits and FSA availability.
- Leave & Time Off Breadth—Policies include unlimited PTO paid holidays and two company‑wide shutdown weeks in July and at year‑end. Paid maternity paternity and adoptive leave are explicitly offered.
- Retirement Support—Current materials state traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match. This signals strengthened retirement support relative to earlier practices.
Ursa Major Insights
What We Do
Ursa Major was founded to address a critical shortfall in the U.S. industrial base and bring a new model to aerospace and defense systems: we design and manufacture the world’s leading propulsion systems for space hypersonic applications and missile systems. 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.
Why Work With Us
We believe that each unique team member fuels the creativity necessary to build the world’s best propulsion systems. This is realized as a deeply held commitment to celebrating individuality hiring talent across all backgrounds and experiences building a culture of inclusion and constantly challenging ourselves to improve.
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Date Posted
05/22/2026
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