Ursa Major · 15 hours ago
Staff Systems Engineer, In-Space
Berthoud, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$145K/yr - $180K/yr
8+ years expUrsa Major is revolutionizing aerospace and defense by providing high-performance propulsion systems. They are seeking a Staff Systems Engineer to take ownership of systems engineering for spacecraft propulsion, focusing on requirements development, verification, and validation for propulsion hardware.
AerospaceNational SecuritySatellite CommunicationSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Ownership of requirements for all In-Space components and systems, including 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
Review test and analysis reports to assist with confirmation that requirements are met
Communicate with management on requirement compliance at program reviews
Support reliability, failure modes, and risk assessments for major programs
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Systems Engineering associates to advance their proficiency
Complete ownership of compliance to range safety requirements in SSCMAN 91-710
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in aerospace system design, project management or related system-level roles
Spacecraft chemical propulsion system design, development or test
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 relationships
US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
Preferred
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
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
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
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
2026-01-16
2025-12-19
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