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Ursa Major · 1 month ago

Senior Software Engineer - Additive Manufacturing

Youngstown, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Ursa Major is a company focused on revolutionizing high-performance propulsion systems for aerospace and defense. The Senior Software Engineer - Additive Manufacturing will lead the design and development of software for advanced 3D printing systems, collaborating with engineers to enhance manufacturing processes and drive innovation in additive manufacturing technologies.

AerospaceNational SecuritySatellite CommunicationSpace Travel

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the architectural design and development of robust software for an advanced, production-scale metal 3D printing system

Partner with additive manufacturing engineers to implement software and hardware changes that continuously improve print process quality and speed

Design and develop production-ready control software and sophisticated algorithms for lasing and control systems within printers, ensuring high performance and reliability

Interface with REST APIs to support various functionalities and ensure seamless communication with different components and systems

Integrate OPC UA-based communication protocols to ensure robust and secure data exchange between devices and control systems

Developing standard processes and optimizations around LPBF build file setup and programming

Review code developed by other engineers, providing constructive feedback to uphold best coding practices, including style guidelines, code integrity, accuracy, testability, and efficiency

Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to enable advanced designs for propulsion applications

Provide input into high level additive manufacturing strategy

Work alongside the additive engineers and technicians to develop, author, and maintain standard operating procedures for machine operation and related processes

Desire to work flexible hours as needed to support high machine utilization

Owns and lives the company values (humility, cohesion, conviction), serving as a values leader within the team

Seamlessly build and develop relationships with internal and external customers

Represent Ursa Major as an industry expert in metal additive manufacturing at conferences and stakeholder engagement meetings

Qualification

Python programmingREST APIsOPC UA3D printer programmingLinux environmentAI toolsAdditive manufacturingAerospace specifications

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a related STEM discipline, with a minimum of 5 years of software development experience; OR 7+ years of professional experience building software in lieu of a degree

Relevant experience programming hardware such as 3D printers, robotic systems, machines, factories, etc

Relevant experience in utilizing AI tools such as Claude to rapidly scale software

Expertise in advanced Python programming aligned with SOLID principles, including the use of relevant libraries

Experience with developing and integrating REST APIs

In-depth knowledge and practical experience with OPC UA for robust industrial communication

Proficient in working within a Linux environment

Familiarity with laser powder bed fusion or similar additive manufacturing processes and understanding of their software control requirements

Familiarity with aerospace industry specifications and quality systems

US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance