Ursa Major · 1 day ago
Manager, Configuration Management & CAD Integration
Berthoud, Colorado
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$150K/yr - $180K/yr
8+ years expUrsa Major is revolutionizing aerospace and defense by providing high-performance propulsion solutions. The Manager, Configuration Management & CAD Integration will oversee configuration control processes and CAD integration, ensuring product definitions are accurate and structured within PLM systems while leading a team to establish efficient workflows.
AerospaceNational SecuritySatellite CommunicationSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead configuration management strategy and enforce traceability, change control, and baseline management across Ursa programs
Own the definition, governance, and accuracy of engine-level CAD assemblies, shrink-wraps, MID packages, and mass properties
Define and maintain CAD/PLM best practices for part structuring, interface control, and model maturity across engineering functions
Drive on-time delivery of accurate engineering BOMs (eBOM) to manufacturing with full change visibility and control
Improve and enforce engineering change workflows (ECR/ECO) and ensure timely, clean handoff across systems (PLM, ERP)
Manage and mentor a team of configuration specialists and CAD integrators; set standards and provide technical coaching
Act as PLM system steward (preferably Windchill), improving usability, consistency, and lifecycle visibility
Ensure configuration and model data supports downstream build instructions, customer integration, and certification packages
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Systems, Industrial Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in hardware-centric product development environments
5+ years working directly with CAD systems (NX or Creo preferred) and PLM platforms (Windchill preferred)
3+ years in a leadership role, including mentorship and technical process ownership
Proven ability to manage large, structured CAD assemblies and maintain model integrity through development and production
Deep knowledge of configuration management principles: BOM control, part numbering, revision tracking, and release workflows
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, especially with design, manufacturing, and quality teams
Experience working in AS9100 or ISO 9001-compliant environments
US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
Preferred
Master's degree in engineering or a related technical field
Experience managing interface control documents (ICDs), mass properties, and packaging integration for flight hardware
Familiarity with customer integration tooling, flight model packaging, and certification deliverables
Proficiency with GD&T application and tolerance stack-up analysis (ASME Y14.5)
Prior involvement in configuration audits, first article inspection (FAI), or flight certification processes
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 - Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)
Equity Grants in the Company
Company
Ursa Major
Ursa Major is an aerospace and defense company that provides a propulsion system for space launch, hypersonics, and national security.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$434.33MKey Investors
Eclipse VenturesExplorer 1 FundBlackRock
2025-11-18Series E· $100M
2025-11-18Debt Financing· $50M
2024-09-19Grant· $12.5M
Leadership Team
Daniel Jablonsky
Chairman and CEO
Recent News
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