The Role Systems Engineering Intern supporting solid rocket motor design, development, manufacturing, and testing. Responsibilities include developing requirements, planning verification and validation, maintaining traceability, conducting reliability and failure-mode analyses, mitigating risks, modeling subsystem data flows, and improving engineering processes and tools. The role collaborates across disciplines and requires initiative, communication skills, and familiarity with systems engineering principles. Experience with solid rocket motors, MBSE, DOORS, or Jama is preferred. Summary Generated by Built In 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. Ursa is currently seeking a driven Systems Engineering Intern to join our small, fast-paced, solid rocket motor team. As member of the team, you will gain experience in many aspects of systems engineering, including design, development, manufacturing and testing of solid rocket motors. This internship will have a strong focus on requirement development, verification planning, risk analysis, and process building. In this role, you will engage in both collaborative projects and independent tasks, contributing to our dynamic work environment. You will have the opportunity to work closely with team members across different disciplines, allowing you to gain diverse perspectives and learn from experienced professionals. We value initiative and responsibility; you will have the chance to influence technical decisions and make a real impact. Key Responsibilities Interpret customer needs and evaluate team capability to create detailed and actionable requirements. Plan validation and build traceability back to requirements. Contribute to reliability assessment, failure mode analysis, and risk mitigation efforts. Define and model data flow between subsystems and operational activities. Develop and improve system engineering processes and tools. Provide flexible support for team projects as need emerges. Required Qualifications Pursing a background in systems engineering, mechanical, electrical, or aerospace engineering. Familiarity with systems engineering principles - design reviews, system requirements, verification and validation, and failure and risk assessments. Strong communication skills with ability to convey technical information in team settings. Confidence in developing processes and ability to work effectively in situations where procedures may not be established. Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity in all its forms as well as contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment Demonstrates initiative and adopts a diligent approach to learning. Preferred Qualifications Experience with solid rocket motor systems. Proficiency in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). Proficiency in requirements management tools such as DOORS, or Jama. Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $30.00/hour, 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.

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Full-time Non-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

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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.

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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. Read Full Description Skills Required Pursuing a background in systems engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or aerospace engineering Familiarity with systems engineering principles, including design reviews, system requirements, verification and validation, and failure and risk assessments Strong communication skills and ability to convey technical information in team settings Ability to develop processes and work effectively where procedures are not established Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment Initiative and diligent approach to learning Experience with solid rocket motor systems Proficiency in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Proficiency with requirements management tools such as DOORS or Jama Must be a U.S. Person, including U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance What the Team is Saying Chaka Master Propulsion Technician "I usually compare working here to having a group of friends and we're all helping to restore a classic car in one of our buddies' garages.......except it's a freakin' rocket engine!" Chaka Master Propulsion Technician "I usually compare working here to having a group of friends and we're all helping to restore a classic car in one of our buddies' garages.......except it's a freakin' rocket engine!" Connor Manufacturing Quality Engineer I spend every day working on one of the most important problems that we face as a society: creating reliable and affordable methods of getting to space. I am also surrounded by the most amazing, passionate, and interesting people that I've ever met. Maggie Systems Engineer Career growth on my team is multi-faceted. The leadership and your team members at Ursa Major help you to grow your technical skills and ensure that you are constantly growing your soft skills. Ursa Major cares about what interests you and what future opportunities you are working towards and helps you get there! I look forward to going to work every day at Ursa Major to solve problems with my team members, grow as an individual and employee, and have fun building rocket engines! Ursa Major Compensation & Benefits Highlights Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is broad, combining unlimited PTO with two company‑wide shutdown weeks in July and at year‑end that help ensure employees disconnect. Healthcare Strength — Core coverage appears comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plus HSA/FSA, employer‑paid disability, life, AD&D, and EAP; some listings also cite optional add‑ons such as pet insurance. Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and adoptive leave is highlighted across official and third‑party materials as a notable strength. Learn more about Ursa Major's Compensation & Benefits → Ursa Major Insights What's It Like to Work at Ursa Major? Ursa Major Culture & Values Ursa Major Career Growth & Development What's the Work-Life Balance Like at Ursa Major? Ursa Major Leadership & Management Ursa Major Company Growth, Stability & Outlook View all jobs at Ursa Major View Ursa Major Profile Report Job