Senior Propulsion Engineer, Combustion Devices
Ursa Major’s teams moves fast and do a lot with little. We are looking for a skilled, fast-learning individual who will serve as a central member of the team and take immediate ownership of rocket engine design efforts as a responsible engineer. This role will be part of the technical organization, responsible for clean sheet system design, development, and validation of a variety of propulsion hardware, as well as technical guidance and mentoring of a team responsible for engine hardware. Candidates will be expected to have ownership from the initial concept phase to a production-ready design.
Responsibilities:
Liquid rocket engine system design and analysis, including performance predictions and packaging to meet requirements
Clean sheet design and system integration of engine components
Design modifications of existing components and prototypes to increase performance, improve manufacturability, or resolve limitations
Mentor other engineers at Ursa Major on topics including design of components, system sizing, component testing, and system-level architecture and development for multiple engine programs
Derive requirements from top level engine and test objectives
Write, review, and update work instructions for the assembly of engine components as well as establish appropriate acceptance and qualification tests
Assemble and test first article prototypes
Work closely with interfacing teams to ensure successful integration of component designs into the engine system. Support validation and recursive design during engine development.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering
5+ years of relevant mechanical design experience
Liquid propellant rocket engine design, test, or analysis
Demonstrated proficiency with computer aided design and drafting
Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5
Working knowledge of and hands-on experience with fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems
Strong understanding of aerospace and defense industry standards and requirements
Desire to take ownership and help wherever needed on the team
Able to delegate tasks and lead large project scope
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay flexible based on customer demands and company priorities along with daily firefighting
Desired Experience
Master's or PhD in mechanical or aerospace engineering
Prior track record leading technical teams
Demonstrated proficiency with basic principles of design for additive manufacturing
Demonstrated proficiency with fundamental manual or CNC machining equipment and processes (milling, turning)
Familiarity with closed cycle rocket engines
Experience operating in ISO 9001 or AS9100 certified organizations
Experience with SMC-S-016 Test Requirements
Experience with structural, fluids, and thermal analysis using Ansys FEA software
5+ years of PTC Creo or Siemens NX CAD programs and Windchill PLM software
Component testing and validation experience in both low and high energy states
Direct experience with flight qualification and flight support
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $121,000 - $152,000, 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