Senior Mechanical Engineer

Ursa Major is seeking a talented and driven Mechanical Engineer to support the manufacturing and assembly of subsystems used in solid rocket motor manufacturing.

The ideal candidate will excel at delivering robust complex mechanical solutions to improve quality efficiency and safety across production. This role demands a strong ability to understand and generate Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) employ finite element analysis (FEA) and maintain ownership through the entire lifecycle of projects from initial requirements to operational activation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Develop Support Systems related to the manufacturing of Solid Rocket Motors
• Upgrade and Improve Existing Equipment
• Lifecycle Project Ownership by leading project from initial requirement gathering through commissioning
• Integration with Tooling and Lifting Devices
• Component Selection and System Integration
• Structural Analysis using FEA
• Documentation & Work Instructions using SOPs and assembly processes
• Cross-functional Collaboration various technical skillsets
• Ensure Safety & Compliance standards are upheld

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of engineering experience preferably in aerospace automotive or manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated proficiency in mechanical system design and hands-on fabrication or assembly.
• Experience with P&ID creation and interpretation.
• Strong capability in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using software such as ANSYS Abaqus or similar.
• Proficiency with CAD software (Siemens NX SolidWorks Creo CATIA or equivalent).
• Familiar with design specification and integration of pneumatic hydraulic and electrical subsystems.
• Proven ability to generate clear technical documentation work instructions and SOPs.
• Self-starter with excellent problem-solving organizational and communication skills.
• Experience managing projects through complete product lifecycles is highly preferred. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with rocket propulsion or energetics manufacturing.
• Knowledge of controls automation and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with quality systems such as AS9100 or ISO 9001.

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role which is $110000 - $136000 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

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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