Ursa Major

Ursa Major

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Berthoud, Colorado · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$110k-$136kDetected 12 days ago
CybersecurityExcelSolidWorksCATIASiemens NXCreoANSYSFEAStructural AnalysisMechanical DesignResearchCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

  • The future of aerospace and defense starts here.
  • The ideal candidate will excel at delivering robust complex mechanical solutions to improve quality, efficiency, and safety across production.

Responsibilities

  • Design and Develop Support Systems related to the manufacturing of Solid Rocket Motors

Requirements

  • 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.
  • Proficiency with CAD software (Siemens NX, SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, or equivalent).
  • Proven ability to generate clear technical documentation, work instructions, and SOPs.
  • Strong capability in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using software such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar.
  • Familiar with design, specification, and integration of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical subsystems.
  • Self-starter with excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Experience managing projects through complete product lifecycles is highly preferred.

Nice to have

  • Prior experience with rocket propulsion or energetics manufacturing.
  • Knowledge of controls, automation, and instrumentation.
  • Familiarity with quality systems such as AS9100 or ISO 9001.
  • What we can't quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.
  • Classification: Full-time Exempt
  • Upgrade and Improve Existing Equipment
  • Lifecycle Project Ownership by leading project from initial requirement gathering through commissioning

Compensation

  • Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $110,000 - $136,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Benefits

  • 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
  • Equity Grants in the Company
  • You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U

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