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.
Manufacturing Engineering Intern
Job Description
This internship will be involved with the analyzing, designing, and optimizing production processes to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost-effectiveness. This role will help building data-driven methods for capacity management and factory simulation modeling in support of streamlined workflows, sustainable growth. This will require interface with the shop floor, planning team, engineering teams, and manufacturing engineering to deeply understand manufacturing processes and create actionable models and data. Engaging in continuous learning and continuous improvement of bottleneck processes will be a part of the job, along with supporting business process and manufacturing scale.
Responsibilities
- Become deeply familiar with multiple aspects of manufacturing, including machining, assembly, test, and automation
- Document standard work and best practices to support cross training
- Learn and own models in factory and line simulation models using digital tools
- Simulate different production scenarios (demand changes, new product introductions, equipment changes, staffing levels) to assess impact on throughput, WIP, lead time, and resource utilization
- Build capacity models to understand current execution and future demand in manufacturing
- Support CAD plant floor layout updates and changes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams gather data
- Update Work Instructions, as required
- Design tooling and fixturing for optimization, as required
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Rising Junior or Senior for Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related degree
- Strong interest in manufacturing technologies and/or hands-on experiences with hardware
- Experience in aerospace, oil & gas, chemical processing, or pharmaceutical preferred
Skills and Tools
- Microsoft Excel, word
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to learn new software, including CAD, simulation, and business softwares
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $30.00/hour, 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 Non-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
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.
Ursa Major Berthoud, Colorado, USA Office
Our one-of-a kind campus co-locates engineering, manufacturing, & testing operations, allowing for unmatched development time and the chance for employees, customers, and investors alike to experience rocket engine testing as a part of the normal work day.
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