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Turbomachinery Responsible Engineer II

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Berthoud, CO
110K-130K
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Berthoud, CO
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The Turbomachinery Responsible Engineer II will lead the Hadley turbopump product line, ensuring production, operational cadence, and reliability while collaborating across teams for improvements.
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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. 

As a Turbopump Responsible Engineer II you will help determine the direction for the Hadley turbopump product line.  You will be a key member responsible for owning product volume production and high operational (flight) cadence while managing continuous improvement and product reliability enhancement initiatives.  You will be an active voice in engine test and development as well as flight ops.  This position requires on-site presence at our facility in Berthoud, CO.  You will report to the Director of Turbomachinery.


Responsibilities:

  • Be the Responsible Engineer (RE) for the Hadley turbo pump assembly taking complete ownership of it.
  • Design modification of existing components and prototypes to improve performance or resolve limitations.
  • You will help lead turbomachinery-related root-cause analysis efforts.
  • You will help to ensure our Hadley turbopumps meet all system level requirements.
  • You will collaborate with the manufacturing, analysis, and test teams to reduce part-to-part variation and discrepancies to improve product performance and yield.
  • Assembly of first article prototypes.
  • Definition of clear communication process between design, manufacturing, and test operations to ensure products meets all specifications.

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
  • 2+ years experience in design, development and testing in a hardware focused organization.
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, startup environment.
  • Experience with general design practices and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5.
  • Working knowledge of thermodynamics and mechanical design practices
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver a challenging project
  • Experience in root-cause analysis

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • 2+ years’ experience in turbomachinery design, development, and testing.
  • Experience operating in ISO 9001 or AS9100 certified organizations.
  • Demonstrated success as project lead.
  • Working knowledge of thermodynamics of incompressible flows and cryogenic fluids.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with basic principles of design for additive manufacturing
  • Liquid propellant rocket engine design, test, or analysis
  • Experience with structural and thermal analysis using Ansys FEA software
  • Experience of 3D modeling and 2D drawing creation in CAD

Work Environment: 

  • On-site in Berthoud, Colorado. Relocation assistance provided. 

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $110,000- $130,000, 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. Click here for more information about our awesome benefits.


Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for 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 - Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)
  • Equity Grants in the Company

How To Apply: 
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.

NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.
 
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.
 

Top Skills

Ansys Fea Software
Cad

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