Senior Systems Engineer, In-Space Ursa Major Berthoud, CO Job Details Full-time $133,000 - $166,000 a year 9 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Unlimited paid time off Dental insurance Flexible spending account Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Design engineering Relationship management Risk assessment implementation Full Job Description 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 Major's teams move 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 systems engineering for spacecraft propulsion. This role will be part of the technical organization, responsible for requirements development, verification, and validation for a variety of propulsion hardware, as well as system architecture and failure mode analysis. Candidates will be expected to have ownership from the initial concept phase to a production-ready design.

Responsibilities:

Support responsible engineers of all In-Space components and systems in defining, verifying, and maintaining requirements - it'll be your responsibility to make sure we have the right set of requirements and that we're on track to meet them with confidence through product development and qualification Create and manage system engineering tools and processes Coordinate with analysis team on planning and execution of verification activities to ensure requirement coverage and compliance Coordinate with test and analysis teams on planning and execution of verification activities to ensure compliance to requirements Support planning and execution of acceptance and qualification test campaigns to ensure requirement coverage and compliance Contribute to and participate in program reviews and design reviews throughout the program lifecycles Support reliability, failure modes, and risk assessments for major programs Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Systems Engineering associates to advance their proficiency Primary engineering point of contact with mission assurance group in identification and resolution of risks and opportunities Work along side system designers to ensure compliance to range safety requirements in SSCMAN 91-710, and other industry standards and specifications

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in aerospace system design, project management or related system-level roles B.S. in Aerospace, Systems or Mechanical Engineering (or other related technical subject area) Experience applying aerospace systems engineering processes - design reviews, requirements verification and validation, failure and risk assessments Demonstrated organization skills Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity in all its forms as well as contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationship

Desired Experience:

Experience with multiple systems engineering organizations and multiple product lifecycles - seen what works vs. what could be improved Fluid system analysis, component selection, and supplier management experience Spacecraft chemical propulsion system design, development or test Familiarity with industry standard requirements documents such as

MIL-STD-1522, RTCA/DO-178, MIL-STD-810, SSCMAN

91-710, AIAA-S080, SMC-S-016, etc... Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS or JAMA Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $133,000 - $166,000, 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.

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.