Ursa Major · 2 months ago
Senior Development Manufacturing Engineer
Berthoud, CO, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
4+ years expUrsa Major is revolutionizing aerospace and defense by providing high-performance propulsion systems. They are seeking a Senior Development Manufacturing Engineer to bridge the gap between design and production, focusing on optimizing manufacturing processes for solid rocket motors.
AerospaceNational SecuritySatellite CommunicationSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Take complete ownership of a designated manufacturing work cell or process (e.g., propellant mixing, case winding, insulation, or finishing)
Design, develop, and validate new manufacturing processes and equipment to meet design specifications, safety standards, and production rate requirements
Create detailed equipment specifications, statements of work (SOW), and test plans for new machinery
Lead the sourcing and procurement of complex capital equipment. This includes identifying and evaluating external machine builders and automation suppliers
Partner with vendors or lead internal design efforts for custom manufacturing machines, tooling, and fixtures
Manage projects from procurement through installation, conducting site acceptance (SAT) and factory acceptance (FAT) testing
Act as the lead Subject Matter Expert (SME) for your assigned processes
Work hands-on with technicians and other engineers on the production floor to build development and flight hardware, providing real-time support and process refinement
Develop and qualify processes, establishing critical process parameters and controls
Author and maintain comprehensive documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and maintenance requirements
Analyze build data, non-conformances, and operator feedback to identify root causes and implement robust corrective actions
Drive continuous improvement (Lean, 6-Sigma) initiatives to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and cost for your process area
Collaborate closely with Design Engineering (DFM/A) to ensure new motor designs are optimized for manufacturability
Qualification
Required
Education: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role, developing and deploying new production processes and equipment
Proven experience leading capital equipment projects, including specification development, sourcing, and installation/commissioning
Demonstrated ability to serve as a hands-on SME, working directly on the production floor
Skills: Strong proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Siemens NX, CATIA) for tooling and fixture design
Excellent project management skills
Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and blueprint interpretation
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen due to the nature of the work and government contracts
Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance
Preferred
Education: Master of Science (M.S.) in a relevant engineering discipline
Composite Machinery: Direct experience with the design, sourcing, or operation of composite fiber winding machines (filament winding, tape placement) or industrial web handling equipment (slitting, coating, tension control)
Energetics & Powder Processing: Experience with process design for: Powder handling and conveyance systems, Milling and particle size reduction (e.g., jet mills, ball mills), Energetics mixing processes and equipment (e.g., vertical or horizontal planetary mixers)
Industry Experience: Previous experience in the aerospace, defense, or energetics industry, specifically with solid rocket motor manufacturing (insulation, propellant, case winding, etc.)
Systems: Experience with PLC logic and control systems, as well as ERP and MES systems
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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