Propulsion Development Engineer II - Solid Missile Systems
Ursa MajorColorado, United States
Posted October 1, 2025
95000 - 130000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Ursa Major is a leading provider of high-performance propulsion and defense systems for the U.S. government and aerospace industry. Specializing in hypersonic technology and solid rocket motors, the company offers cutting-edge solutions to maintain American superiority across all military domains. With a focus on innovation and reliability, Ursa Major delivers advanced products that drive the future of national security and space exploration.
Job Description
Ursa Major is seeking a Propulsion Development Engineer II to join their Solid Missile Systems team. This role focuses on all aspects of design, fabrication, and testing of development hardware for solid rocket motor programs. Success requires a strong understanding of solid rocket propulsion fundamentals, mechanical and fluid systems, critical thinking, and effective communication.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other applicable discipline
- 2-4 years of professional rocket propulsion experience
- Knowledge of solid rocket motor fundamentals
- Programming competency in any language
- Eligible for a Secret Clearance or higher (DCSEI)
- Optional: 4-6 years experience with energetic materials testing
- Optional: 4-6 years experience with ablative material testing
- Optional: 4-6 years experience with Python/MATLAB/FORTRAN
- Optional: Experience with CAD modeling (NX preferred)
- Optional: Experience with FEA/CFD software (ANSYS preferred)
- Optional: Hands-on hardware experience with fluid/mechanical systems
- US CITIZSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
- Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability
- Basic Life Insurance
- AD&D
- Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
- EAP Program
- Retirement Savings Plan