Ursa Major

Manager, Hypersonic Engines

Berthoud, Colorado · Staff+ · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$155k-$190kDetected 71 days ago

CybersecuritySiemens NXANSYSFEAThermal AnalysisGD&TMechanical DesignAerospace EngineeringResearchLeadershipCollaborationMentoring

About the role

We accelerate your career and provide an environment where you can see the results of your efforts two to three times faster than traditional companies.
Push all teams to innovate wherever possible.
What we can't quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.

Lead and manage the team of engineers working to design, build, test and fly a family of Hypersonic engines. This role involves both their day-to-day management as well as their longer term career development and growth.
Own the family of Hypersonic engines from a technical, schedule, cost, and future capability roadmap perspective to ensure the engine is ready to power the next generation of hypersonic vehicles.
Hire, staff, and mentor the hypersonic engine team with people who embrace Ursa Major's values, go-fast culture, and embody strong ownership of their designs and personal skill development while embracing collaboration, technical challenges, and drive for continuous improvement.
Create a culture within your team where everyone knows what success looks like, how they contribute to the success of programs, and they feel appreciated and recognized for their contribution to success.
5+ years of relevant mechanical design experience
Demonstrated understanding of computer aided design and drafting
Able to delegate tasks and lead large project scope
Either proven people / project leadership experience or a willingness to invest heavily in developing those skills quickly and thoughtfully
Liquid propellant rocket engine design, test, or analysis

Bachelor's degree in engineering
Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5
Working knowledge of and hands-on experience with fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems
Strong understanding of aerospace and defense industry standards and requirements
Prior track record leading technical teams
Demonstrated proficiency with basic principles of design for additive manufacturing
Familiarity with closed cycle rocket engines
Experience operating in ISO 9001 or AS9100 certified organizations
Experience with SMC-S-016 Test Requirements
Experience with structural, fluids, and thermal analysis using Ansys FEA software

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $155,000 – $190,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

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
Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match
Equity Grants in the Company
Ensure your Responsible Engineers have all the right tools and skills to succeed in executing their programs while providing guidance, mentoring, and a motivating vision for the teams.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay flexible based on customer demands and company priorities along with daily firefighting
You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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