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.
Delivering a qualified product is just the beginning. The Mission Integration Engineer is central to customer mission success starting with engine delivery through flight. You will be part of a team of engine experts on-site with customers to assist with integration, operation, testing and flight of Ursa engines. Typical assignments include: authoring and executing integrated test procedures, engine inspections, hardware troubleshooting, and multi-week test and flight campaigns on-location. A successful candidate will be eager to learn about rocket engines, enjoy hands-on work and solving complex problems, enjoy work-related travel, and be comfortable communicating technical and programmatic information to customers.
Responsibilities:
- Present and provide technical review in customer meetings and integration reviews
- Become a subject matter expert on vehicle propulsion systems and Ursa engines
- Travel to customer sites and lead engine integration, perform checkouts, and assist in test and flight campaigns
- Review data from engine tests to support fast-paced customer test campaigns
- Troubleshoot engine and component hardware issues in the field, develop solutions with the Ursa team and customer, and lead implementation
- Identify and implement engine improvements focused on customer needs, risk reduction, and end-use
- Ensure best practices and technical alignment between Ursa Major and customer engine operations
- Optimize field support processes and documentation practices for flight readiness
- Train and mentor entry-level Mission Integration engineers
- Develop training materials and train customers on operating Ursa Major engines
Required Qualifications:
- B.S. in Engineering
- 3+ years of relevant experience
- Passion for developing customer relationships and ensuring mission success
- Attention to detail, curiosity, and relentless in resolving problems
- Hands-on experience with aerospace hardware
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, startup environment
- Willing to spend 30% of the year on travel for multi-week test and flight campaigns
- Flight or test operational experience
- Technical expertise in liquid rocket engine manufacturing, integration, or test
- Demonstrated experience in a customer-facing role
Desired Experience:
- Master's degree in Engineering
- Technical expertise in vehicle stage systems and propulsion fluid systems
- Strong understanding of aerospace industry standards and requirements
- Experience in systems engineering and requirements verification
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $100,000 - $125,000, 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.
Benefits Include:
- 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 - Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)
- Equity Grants in the Company
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.
US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED.
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.