Ursa Major · 18 hours ago
Development Technician, Energetics
Berthoud, Colorado
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$23/hr - $29/hr
2+ years expUrsa Major is revolutionizing aerospace and defense with high-performance propulsion systems. The Development Technician will play a crucial role in the energetics manufacturing process, focusing on propellant mixing and process improvements while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
AerospaceNational SecuritySatellite CommunicationSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Full scale propellant mixing – Prepares materials and performs full-scale mixing for all production and development programs, confirming acceptable weights prior to releasing the materials to mixing and casting operations. The technician will also perform full-scale mixes for new programs/new formulations as they are introduced to the site. The technician is responsible for requisitioning and organizing the materials and processing required for the mix, as well as cleaning and maintaining full scale mix equipment. Technician will perform these duties under the general direction of engineer and the team supervisor, using established, well-defined methods and calculations
Milling – The technician will assemble mills and mill materials for full-scale propellant mixes and weigh material bins to correct weight for propellant mixing. Technician is responsible for disassembly, cleaning, and re-assembly of full-scale milling equipment
Other duties as assigned - Such as but not limited to: AP prep for milling, final assembly of prototype energetic articles, development sample preparation, and support of new production initiatives and schedules
Maintaining a clean and organized space that passes FOD critical standards
Able to follow and develop a preventative maintenance schedule with the assistance of engineering or chief technician
Willing and available to work other shifts or overtime as needed to meet production schedules
Able to work from elevated platforms, ascend ladders, and transport 35 lbs. repetitively
Medically cleared to wear a respirator and operate powered industrial vehicle (and obtain company issued license as appropriate)
Qualification
Required
A safety-oriented mindset with a high focus on quality and production processes
Attention to detail and situational awareness
Experience working with hazardous chemicals beyond standard solvents and cleaners
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, chemical, or pharmaceutical processing environment
Able to lift 50lbs without assistance
Able to operate and troubleshoot development control software with engineering assistance
Basic computer skills and ability to communicate using multiple electronic platforms
Demonstrates compliance with standard operating procedures and job specific directions
Self-starter with a desire to improve and work across a team environment
Ability to get and maintain a CDLE Type I explosives permit (employer sponsored)
US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
Preferred
Willing and available to work other shifts and overtime to meet production schedules
Run automated equipment in a highly controlled environment
Experience in energetics manufacturing or processing
Process documentation and development
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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