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.
We are seeking a Lead Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design, implementation, and maintenance of custom automated fluid test systems for Ursa Major’s propulsion manufacturing facilities. You will be highly collaborative with Technicians and Operators, Manufacturing, Quality, Safety, Controls, and Design Engineers.
This role will focus on developing fluid systems that enable safe, robust, and efficient propulsion manufacturing with a focus on operator usability. You will lead fluid system design including P&ID, flow calculations, packaging, and tube routing in CAD. The scope of designs will vary from ultra-low flow bench-top to more than 1000GPM functional qualification of propulsion elements. You will be responsible for designs that use vacuum and high-pressure fluids such as nitrogen, water, kerosene, cryogenics, and more.
Responsibilities:
- Lead mechanical design with a focus on fluid systems and instrumentation layout, plus structural framing and interface panel design
- Collect requirements from test engineers and product designers
- Draft system P&ID in collaboration with I&C engineers
- Perform system analysis including flow, pressure, safety factor and expected life using hand calculations and FEA where required
- Host design review sessions with Technicians, Operators, and Engineering to generate buy-in and ensure designs meet their needs
- Provide support to build operations by designing fixtures in CAD and commissioning them on the production floor
- Be hands-on during the build process, working alongside engineers, technicians, and operators
- Have a safety-first mindset when working around and designing hardware for fluids including kerosene, water, peroxide, oxygen, nitrogen, helium, and hydrogen with pressures up to 15,000 psi, as well as cryogenics
- Generate documentation including drawings, assembly and work instructions for operation and maintenance
Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience with test system design or related role
- BS degree or higher in an engineering field, Mechanical, Chemical, or Mechatronic preferred (suitable experience may be substituted)
- Experience designing and troubleshooting automated hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Expertise in CAD (SolidWorks or other) and GD&T
- Familiarity with NFPA, NEC, ASME piping codes, and other related standards
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal
- Ability to work flexibly in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with other functions and departments
- Demonstrated ability to balance requirements of multiple stakeholders and deliver projects on time
- Ability to perform physical tasks including standing for long periods, working on ladders, kneeling, crouching, working in tight spaces, lifting objects up to 25 lbs.
Preferred Experience:
- Working knowledge and skilled with hand tools and able to fabricate and assemble to drawing specifications
- Expertise in Solidworks tube and cable routing
- Structural design experience for walkways & multi-point lifting
- Experience designing pneumatic proofing equipment including acoustic attenuation & shrapnel penetration calculations
- Experience designing hydraulic proofing equipment
- Experience designing industrial electrical control panels (Eplan or other)
- Experience building industrial electrical control panels
- Experience in production within ISO 9001 or AS9100 certified organizations
- Familiarity with FEA software (ANSYS preferred)
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $106,000 - $132,000, 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.
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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