Senior Propulsion Engineer

1w1 week ago

Ursa Major

Berthoud, US · Full-time · $125,000 – $155,000

About this role

Ursa Major revolutionizes high-performance propulsion for hypersonics, solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering, and launch. The company designs and delivers systems addressing critical national security demands. Join as a Senior Propulsion Engineer to own rocket engine design efforts as a responsible engineer.

This role involves clean sheet system design, development, and validation of propulsion hardware. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to the engine hardware team. Expect ownership from initial concept through production-ready design.

Lead the engineering team through liquid rocket engine system design, analysis, and performance predictions. Work intimately with operations, test, and supply chain for producibility and performance repeatability. Collaborate closely with interfacing teams and customers for successful integration.

Ursa Major’s teams move fast with appropriate rigor, developing world-class products. Accelerate your career and see results two to three times faster than traditional companies. Serve as a central, fast-learning team member taking immediate ownership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering
5+ years of relevant mechanical design experience
Demonstrated proficiency with computer aided design and drafting
Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5
Working knowledge and hands-on experience with fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems
Strong understanding of aerospace and defense industry standards and requirements
Ability to delegate tasks and lead large project scope
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay flexible based on priorities

Responsibilities

Own execution of development, successful test campaign, and integration of liquid rocket engine systems on schedule and within budget
Derive requirements from top level engine and test objectives
Ensure work instructions are written, reviewed, and updated for engine component assembly and establish acceptance and qualification tests
Lead engineering team through liquid rocket engine system design, analysis, performance predictions, and packaging
Enable and own clean sheet design and system integration of engine components
Define and drive engine and component test campaigns, leading team to key objectives
Work with operations, test, and supply chain to achieve producibility, design to cost, testability, and performance repeatability
Work closely with interfacing teams and customers to ensure integration and lead top level design reviews