Ursa Major · 23 hours ago
Senior Avionics Mechanical Engineer
Berthoud, Colorado
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $155K/yr
5+ years expUrsa Major is a company focused on revolutionizing aerospace and defense through high-performance propulsion systems. As a Senior Avionics Mechanical Engineer, you will design mechanical avionics components for rocket engines and testing facilities, collaborating with various engineering teams to ensure functionality and integration of these components.
AerospaceNational SecuritySatellite CommunicationSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and validate mechanical components for avionics systems, including enclosures, mounting structures, and harnessing solutions for rocket engine and ground test hardware
Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, propulsion, and test engineering teams to ensure integration and functionality of avionics components within propulsion systems and test facilities
Generate detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings for fabrication, assembly, and installation of mechanical avionics hardware
Participate in design reviews and contribute to the mechanical architecture of avionics systems from concept through deployment
Support testing activities by developing mechanical solutions for instrumentation, sensors, and data acquisition systems across both engine and facility applications
Select materials, fasteners, and manufacturing processes appropriate for high-performance aerospace environments
Troubleshoot and iterate on mechanical designs in response to real-world test data and evolving system requirements
Qualification
Required
Minimum B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
5+ years' experience in mechanical design, preferably in aerospace, automotive or other high-performance environments
Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g. NX, Creo, SolidWorks, or similar)
Experience designing mechanical components for electronics packaging, including thermal, structural and manufacturability considerations
Strong understanding of mechanical fundamentals including stress analysis, materials selection and vibration tolerance
Demonstrated ability to take a design from concept through to fabrication and testing
Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-disciplinary team environment
US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
Preferred
Experience with avionics or aerospace electronics packaging and integration
Familiarity with environmental requirements for flight or test hardware, including thermal cycling, vibration, shock and EMI shielding
Hands-on experience with engine test facilities or high-performance testing rigs
Knowledge of aerospace materials, fasteners, and fabrication techniques (CNC, sheet metal, additive manufacturing, etc.)
Exposure to wire harness design or routing for complex electromechanical systems
Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles in aerospace and defense applications
Familiarity with PLM systems (e.g. Windchill, Teamcenter) and version control 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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