Ursa Major
Senior/Staff Propulsion Engineer, Fluid and Mechanical Systems, In-Space
Ursa Major, Berthoud, Colorado, United States, 80513
Senior/Staff Propulsion Engineer, Fluid and Mechanical Systems, In-Space
Ursa Major
is seeking a Senior/Staff Propulsion Engineer, Fluid and Mechanical Systems, In-Space. The role involves ownership of fluid and mechanical propulsion system design efforts from concept through production-ready implementation, including guidance and mentoring of a team responsible for related hardware. Responsibilities
Clean sheet design of fluid and mechanical spacecraft propulsion system components including actuators, valves, tanks, and fluid systems Design modifications of existing components and prototypes to increase performance, improve manufacturability or resolve limitations Mentor other engineers on design of components, system sizing, testing, and system-level development for multiple programs Derive requirements from top-level system and test objectives Write, review, and update work instructions for assembly of components and establish acceptance and qualification tests Assemble and test first article prototypes Collaborate with interfacing teams to ensure successful integration of component designs into the propulsion system and support validation and iterative design during system development Required Qualifications
5+ years of relevant spacecraft propulsion experience Experience with spacecraft fluid systems architecture, requirements, and design for missions including LEO, GEO, and beyond Experience with transient fluid modeling such as ROCETS, GFSSP, or AFT Impulse Working knowledge of and hands-on experience with fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems Strong understanding of industry standards and requirements including SMC-S-016, AIAA S-080, and SSCMAN 91-710 Desire to take ownership and help wherever needed on the team Able to delegate tasks and lead large project scope Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay flexible based on customer demands and company priorities Desired Experience
Design for manufacturability principles Computer aided design and drafting and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5 Spacecraft propulsion system design, test, or analysis Familiarity with hypergolic propellant systems Experience operating in ISO 9001 or AS9100 certified organizations Experience with structural, fluids, and thermal analysis using Ansys FEA 5+ years of Siemens NX CAD and Windchill PLM experience Master's or PhD in mechanical or aerospace engineering Component testing and validation experience Direct experience with flight qualification and flight support Compensation and Benefits
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is
$125,000 - $175,000 , determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range is intentional to reflect a range of experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and encourage you to learn more about our benefits. Benefits Include: Unlimited PTO, Parental and Adoptive Leave, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Tax-Advantaged Accounts (HSA/FSA) Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D Additional Benefits including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport EAP Program Retirement Savings Plan (Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k)) Equity Grants How To Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply Now” link at the top of the page. Ursa Major will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed. Note on Equal Opportunity and Citizenship
US Citizenship, permanent residency, refugee or asylum status is required. We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. No outside recruiters, please.
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Ursa Major
is seeking a Senior/Staff Propulsion Engineer, Fluid and Mechanical Systems, In-Space. The role involves ownership of fluid and mechanical propulsion system design efforts from concept through production-ready implementation, including guidance and mentoring of a team responsible for related hardware. Responsibilities
Clean sheet design of fluid and mechanical spacecraft propulsion system components including actuators, valves, tanks, and fluid systems Design modifications of existing components and prototypes to increase performance, improve manufacturability or resolve limitations Mentor other engineers on design of components, system sizing, testing, and system-level development for multiple programs Derive requirements from top-level system and test objectives Write, review, and update work instructions for assembly of components and establish acceptance and qualification tests Assemble and test first article prototypes Collaborate with interfacing teams to ensure successful integration of component designs into the propulsion system and support validation and iterative design during system development Required Qualifications
5+ years of relevant spacecraft propulsion experience Experience with spacecraft fluid systems architecture, requirements, and design for missions including LEO, GEO, and beyond Experience with transient fluid modeling such as ROCETS, GFSSP, or AFT Impulse Working knowledge of and hands-on experience with fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems Strong understanding of industry standards and requirements including SMC-S-016, AIAA S-080, and SSCMAN 91-710 Desire to take ownership and help wherever needed on the team Able to delegate tasks and lead large project scope Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay flexible based on customer demands and company priorities Desired Experience
Design for manufacturability principles Computer aided design and drafting and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5 Spacecraft propulsion system design, test, or analysis Familiarity with hypergolic propellant systems Experience operating in ISO 9001 or AS9100 certified organizations Experience with structural, fluids, and thermal analysis using Ansys FEA 5+ years of Siemens NX CAD and Windchill PLM experience Master's or PhD in mechanical or aerospace engineering Component testing and validation experience Direct experience with flight qualification and flight support Compensation and Benefits
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is
$125,000 - $175,000 , determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range is intentional to reflect a range of experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and encourage you to learn more about our benefits. Benefits Include: Unlimited PTO, Parental and Adoptive Leave, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Tax-Advantaged Accounts (HSA/FSA) Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D Additional Benefits including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport EAP Program Retirement Savings Plan (Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k)) Equity Grants How To Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply Now” link at the top of the page. Ursa Major will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed. Note on Equal Opportunity and Citizenship
US Citizenship, permanent residency, refugee or asylum status is required. We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. No outside recruiters, please.
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