The future of aerospace and defense starts here.
Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.
We are seeking a Mechatronic Engineer to help drive the design, implementation, and maintenance of custom automation tools and integrating 3rd party instruments/devices across Ursa Major’s propulsion production manufacturing facility. You will be highly collaborative with Manufacturing, Test, and Quality Engineering, Safety, and product owners.
The role will focus on retrofitting and developing new production equipment infrastructure. Mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and operator interface design will be key, from component selection through to validation. You will implement solutions that enable robust, efficient, and safe propulsion production with a focus on operator experience.
Responsibilities:
- Gain deep understanding of functional, mechanical, and test requirements of propulsion subassemblies/components to deliver industry-leading production equipment
- Operate as the primary mechanical and instrumentation stakeholder throughout conceptualization, specification, design, build, deployment and validation of automated production equipment, integrated into Ursa Major’s digital manufacturing environment
- Participate in equipment development with consideration of product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits
- Design safety-first systems handling fluids including kerosene, water, peroxide, oxygen, nitrogen, helium, and hydrogen with pressures up to 15,000 psi, as well as cryogenics
- Be hands-on during the build process, working alongside engineers and technicians
- Provide support to build operations by designing assembly fixtures in CAD
- Generate documentation including P&ID, CAD drawings, assembly and work instructions for operation and maintenance
- Perform system analysis including flow, pressure, safety factor and expected life using hand calculations and FEA where required
- Contribute to internal production infrastructure standards and requirements documentation
Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience with test system design or related role
- BS degree or higher in an engineering field, Mechatronic or Mechanical preferred (suitable experience may be substituted)
- GD&T and CAD experience (Siemens NX, PTC Creo, SolidWorks, or similar)
- Experience designing, operating, and troubleshooting hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal
- Ability to work flexibly in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with other functions and departments
- Demonstrated ability to balance requirements of multiple stakeholders and deliver projects on time
- Experience building high pressure fluid systems and industrial electrical panels
- Ability to perform physical tasks including standing for long periods, working on ladders, kneeling, crouching, working in tight spaces, lifting objects up to 25 lbs.
Preferred Experience:
- Demonstrated first-principals approach to instrumentation and process equipment
- Experience in production within ISO 9001 or AS9100 certified organizations
- Experience with Ignition SCADA & HMI
- Experience working with PLCs (Siemens or other)
- Experience building industrial electrical control panels
- Familiarity with FEA software (ANSYS preferred)
- Familiarity with NFPA, NEC, ASME piping codes, and other related standards
- Experience developing safety-monitored systems for personnel-operated and unattended equipment
- Experience performing Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), LOPA, and System Safety and Hazards Analysis
- Experience with equipment validation, IQ, OQ, PQ, Gauge R&R, or other
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $90,000- $120,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we are evaluating individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.
Benefits Include:
- 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 - Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)
- Equity Grants in the Company
How To Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply Now” link at the top of the page. Usra Major will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.
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