Ursa Major was founded to address a critical shortfall in the U.S. industrial base and bring a new model to aerospace and defense systems: we design and manufacture the world’s leading propulsion systems for space, hypersonic applications, and missile systems.
Our products and technologies require an extraordinary team – a team that will mold tomorrow’s technologies while deploying today’s best. We are an intrinsically motivated team that has a passion for solving problems and empowering each other every day to develop our skills, knowing that there is always room for growth.
As an Engineering & Operations Intern, you will contribute to the optimization of our engineering, manufacturing, and enterprise resource planning systems. You will support key process improvement efforts across product configuration, documentation, data governance, and system integration. Working closely with engineering, operations, and manufacturing teams, you will help streamline workflows and improve data accuracy to support rapid and reliable hardware development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the cleanup and standardization of engineering part data in product lifecycle and ERP systems.
- Assist in the review, creation, and release of manufacturing documentation, including work instructions and technical drawings.
- Contribute to improving data integrity across product structures, routings, and supplier information.
- Participate in archiving and organizing inactive products, BOMs, and system artifacts to ensure up-to-date configurations.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to identify gaps and inconsistencies in system processes and assist in implementing corrective actions.
- Engage with technicians, engineers, and program leads to gather input and ensure documentation reflects current practices.
- Learn and apply best practices in configuration management, document control, and process mapping.
Requirements:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Data Science, or a related technical field.
- Strong attention to detail, with an interest in systems, processes, and documentation.
- Basic familiarity with engineering documentation and part structures (drawings, BOMs, routings).
- Experience or coursework in PLM/ERP systems (e.g., Windchill, Odoo) is a plus.
- Ability to manage tasks independently while collaborating within a team environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with manufacturing systems, configuration tools, or enterprise software platforms.
- Familiarity with process improvement techniques or basic data analytics.
- Exposure to aerospace or high-tech manufacturing environments through coursework or previous internships.
- Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive internship compensation.
- Hands-on experience contributing to real hardware programs.
- Access to company events, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
- Potential for return internship or full-time employment based on performance.
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation of this role, which is $29/hour. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.
Classification: Full-time Internship, Non Exempt.
Benefits Include:
- 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 - Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)
- Equity Grants in the Company
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.
US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED.
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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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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