The future of aerospace and defense starts here.

Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will join the Operations Team, leading development and manufacturing efforts on next-generation products and systems in aerospace and defense. The ideal candidate will be passionate about process improvement, scalability, and influencing product development. Hands-on experience in Manufacturing environments, including technical expertise in fabrication, assembly, integration, and test of complex products is required.

This position is an on-site role based out of our Berthoud, Colorado facility.

Responsibilities:

Own and support manufacturing process development and champion industry best practices
Establish and communicate design for manufacturing principles in a collaboration with design engineering, quality, and technical staff
Accelerate manufacturing capabilities with consideration for quality, capacity, scalability, ergonomics, and automation
Take a hands-on role in the manufacturing process, including prototype builds, documenting work instructions, designing and implementing tooling, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives
Develop and implement test procedures to validate product requirements and performance
Own manufacturing BOMs, routings, process planning, and process change management
Author manufacturing process documentation appropriate for product maturity and design phase of the program
Support AI&T infrastructure and growth with a focus on manufacturing readiness

Preferred skills:

Bachelor's or Graduate degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering.
5+ years experience designing or manufacturing high reliability hardware and complex assemblies
Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and ERP systems
Experience developing work instructions and process specifications
Experience with production and test equipment design and operation
Hands-on experience with hardware fabrication, assembly, integration and test
Hands-on experience in high-growth development and production manufacturing environments
Experience with inspection methods, common inspection tools, and GD&T per ASME Y14.5
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Lean Transformation, Six Sigma, or Toyota Production Systems
Experience with material processes including welding, brazing, anodizing, plating, heat treating, forging, casting, machining, metal 3D printing
Experience with aerospace & defense hardware development lifecycle
Experience with non-destructive inspection (e.g. fluorescent penetrant inspection, radiography, ultrasonic, etc.)

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $105,000 - $130,000, 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

Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)

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 - 401k with Company Match
Equity Grants in the Company

How To Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.

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.

Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents).

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

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.

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