Senior Test Technician

Senior Test Technician – Solid Rocket Motors

This position will support our Galeton and Berthoud Test Facilities

Ursa Major is seeking a senior-level, hands-on, and safety-conscious Test Technician with a dual focus:

Lead test site infrastructure and equipment buildout and maintenance, and

Executing static fire campaigns for solid rocket motors with precision and urgency.

This role is ideal for an experienced process, fabrication, or GSE technician with a strong foundation in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, and infrastructure buildout — who also plays a direct, high-impact role in test execution. You'll work with hazardous, energetic materials and high-performance propulsion systems in a fast-paced, outdoor, and dynamic environment. Success demands a disciplined approach to safety, technical excellence, and the ability to perform under pressure. If you're mechanically inclined and thrive in high-stakes, fast-moving settings, this role offers a direct path to contributing to cutting-edge rocket engine development through hands-on test operations.

Key Responsibilities

Test Infrastructure Build & Industrial Maintenance

Lead the build-out, modification, and maintenance of test stands, fluid panels, control systems, mechanical fixtures, and facility utilities.

Set the tone for cleanliness, organization, and readiness standards of tools, workshops, and test stands to ensure safe and efficient operations

Fabricate or modify mechanical hardware, fixtures, and tooling to support test activities

Operate hand tools, power tools, lifts, and other heavy equipment including (lifts, mills, welders, forklifts) etc. to assemble or disassemble test infrastructure

Perform regular maintenance, calibration, and repair of support equipment, sensors, plumbing, and tooling; troubleshoot faults that impact test readiness

Support facility upgrades and layout planning alongside engineering and test operations

Test Preparation & Execution

Operate and maintain test systems, including mechanical structures, fluid systems, instrumentation, and data acquisition hardware

Collaborate with engineers to prepare for static fires by installing test articles, ground support equipment, and instrumentation, owning tools and special equipment prep

Execute test procedures, perform system checks, and troubleshoot real-time issues during testing

Document test results, inspections, and maintenance logs in a clear and traceable format

Safety Discipline

Hold the broader team accountable to high safety standards

Demonstrate extreme attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols when handling, staging, and integrating energetic materials and rocket motor components

Attend safety briefings and lead hazard identification and mitigation efforts

Maintain all required training and certifications, including explosives safety

Continuous Improvement & Cross-Functional Support

Set the tone for safety, precision, and professionalism on-site; lead by example and coach less experienced technicians and engineers.

Participate in design reviews and readiness meetings to represent infrastructure and technician perspectives.

Contribute to hazard reviews, mitigations, and compliance for test and fabrication work.

Provide occasional support to build support equipment or integration tasks outside the test area

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

4–8 years of experience in test operations, industrial/facility maintenance, or mechanical fabrication in aerospace, defense, or heavy industry

Strong skills in mechanical systems, piping/plumbing, welding, or fabrication

Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure or GSE issues independently

Ability to obtain explosive permits from the ATF and Colorado Department of Labor and Employment

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or Mechanical disciplines

Experience supporting energetic systems or propulsion testing environments

Competency with instrumentation and controls (e.g., thermocouples, pressure transducers, DAQ)

Certifications: HAZMAT, OSHA 30, rigging, forklift, aerial lift, or crane operations

Familiarity with CAD, work order tracking systems, and maintenance documentation tools

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding work in outdoor and industrial environments

Comfortable working around high-pressure systems, noise, hazardous, and energetic materials

Willingness to work occasional off-shift or weekend hours based on operational need

Valid driver’s license required

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $35.70 - $44.25, 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