Lead system safety activities for propulsion systems: analyze hardware and schematics for hazards, maintain explosive safety program, review test and operations procedures, coordinate training and permits, conduct safety assessments, interact with stakeholders and regulators, and produce safety reports and briefs.
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.
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Senior System Safety Engineer to join Ursa Major, a leading aerospace company focused on cutting-edge propulsion systems. As a Senior System Safety Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our rocket engines and propulsion systems meet stringent safety and reliability standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Analyzing engineering hardware, mechanical and electrical schematics for fault tolerance, latent hazards, and compliance with safety requirements.
- Maintaining and evolving Ursa Explosive Safety Management Program (ESMP)
- Reviewing system test procedures, operational protocols, and maintenance procedures to ensure the implementation of appropriate safety controls.
- Collaborating across all engineering teams to mitigate hazards and ensure safety measures are embedded throughout the product lifecycle.
- Coordinating with program management and external regulatory bodies from program initiation through production, operations, and decommissioning.
- Oversee Ursa Major Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Training program
- Coordinating explosives training program in accordance with Federal, State, Local and Ursa Major specific requirements
Additional Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct System Safety Program or Design safety assessments.
- Lead safety initiatives for large-scale propulsion system safety programs or multiple mid-sized safety projects.
- Monitor the technical execution of safety requirements throughout the program.
- Act as a key interface with stakeholders including customers, regulatory authorities, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Prepare and present Safety Assessment Reports and Program Safety Briefs for both internal and external review.
- Lead safety discussions in technical reviews, ensuring alignment with the approval process.
- Participate and contribute to Safety Review Board
- Interpret and implement system requirements based on customer specifications and aerospace industry safety standards.
- Generate reports that document various safety analyses and system safety program findings.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure a comprehensive understanding of product architecture, system integration, and design.
- Maintain ATF and CDLE company, individual and magazine permits and licenses
Qualifications You Must Have:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant Systems Engineering or Safety Engineering experience. A Master’s or advanced degree may reduce the years of required experience.
- Experience: Prior experience in System Safety Engineering, Systems Engineering, Explosive Safety, Software/Firmware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other Safety Engineering disciplines.
- Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. government-issued security clearance.
- This is an on-site position splitting time between our facilities in Berthoud, Colorado and Galeton, Colorado.
- This role will occasionally require supporting an overnight shift (about once per quarter, on average).
Qualifications We Prefer:
- Experience in propulsion systems, aerospace systems, or other high-performance engineering systems.
- Knowledge of aerospace safety programs and experience with standards from organizations such as NASA, FAA, or DoD.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with a proven ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated leadership in managing safety programs and directing teams of safety professionals.
- Experience with project management tools like Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and familiarity with proposal development processes.
- Master’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $115,000 - $143,000, 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
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.
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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