Ursa Major · 4 hours ago
Senior Systems Engineer
Berthoud, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$125K/yr - $151K/yr
5+ years expUrsa Major is revolutionizing aerospace and defense propulsion systems. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will ensure that hypersonic propulsion and vehicle systems meet critical customer requirements through cross-functional collaboration and system engineering processes.
AerospaceNational SecuritySatellite CommunicationSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead definition, validation, and maintenance of system-level requirements for hypersonic engines and vehicles
Develop and own qualification and verification plans at the system level
Track requirement verification status throughout product development, test, and qualification
Review and approve test and analysis plans/reports, ensuring traceability to customer requirements
Develop and maintain key system safety and reliability analyses (FMEA, PFMEA, ASIA, etc.) for hypersonic systems
Lead risk analysis and mitigation efforts; manage closure of system-level risks
Develop and maintain Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) architectures for hypersonic engines and vehicles
Represent systems engineering at internal and customer design reviews, communicating requirement compliance and risk posture
Drive improvements in systems engineering processes, tools, and standards across programs
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, elevating systems engineering capability within the team
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Aerospace, Systems, or Mechanical Engineering (or related field); M.S. preferred
5+ years of experience applying systems engineering principles to complex aerospace systems (design reviews, requirements verification, risk management, failure analysis)
Proven ability to manage requirements and verification for multi-disciplinary systems
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional technical teams
Ability to earn trust and maintain positive, professional relationships across technical and customer teams
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace
US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
Preferred
Proficiency with requirements management tools such as DOORS or Jama
Experience with MBSE and tools such as Cameo
Familiarity with government and DoD contracts, specifications, and compliance requirements
Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one
Experience in hypersonic vehicles, propulsion, or high-speed flight 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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