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Senior Systems Engineer

Ursa Major
Location
Berthoud, Colorado
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Engineering
Salary
$130,000 - $163,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related field
  • 4+ years of experience in system safety, mission assurance, or systems engineering
  • Experience with solid rocket motors, ignition systems, propulsion systems, launch vehicles, or defense aerospace programs
  • Experience with risk analysis methods (FMEA, FHA, probabilistic risk assessment)
  • Familiarity with aerospace industry standards (MIL-STD-882, etc.)
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams, interfacing with internal/external customers
Nice to have
  • Master’s degree in a relevant technical discipline
  • Comprehensive knowledge of systems engineering processes, including requirements development and verification
  • Hands-on experience with testing and validation of high-performance hardware
What the job really is

As a Senior Systems Engineer at Ursa Major, you will focus on ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of propulsion systems, particularly rocket motors. Your responsibilities include developing mission assurance processes, managing relationships with safety review boards, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to address engineering challenges. You will also lead failure investigations and establish best practices for risk management throughout the product lifecycle.

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
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • The role requires eligibility for a Secret Clearance, which may limit some candidates
  • The position involves significant responsibility for safety and risk management, which can be high-pressure
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