2027 Summer Propulsion Engineer, Hypersonic Vehicle Intern

Ursa Major; Berthoud (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Parental Leave

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k with Company Match

Job summary

Ursa Major seeks a Summer 2026 intern to contribute to the design, analysis, integration and test of a hypersonic vehicle. You will work on structures, propulsion components and associated tooling, collaborating with cross‑disciplinary teams.

The role requires enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with hands-on CAD/FEA experience and a passion for propulsion technology.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelors or Masters in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in design and analysis of structures and components.
• Familiarity with FEA tools (ANSYS/Abaqus/NASTRAN) for structural analysis.
• Proficiency in incompressible and compressible fluid mechanics.
• Experience with CAD tools (CATIA/NX/SolidWorks).
• Understanding of manufacturing techniques including composites layup, machining, additive manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of hypersonic structures and propulsion components.
• Develop tooling, fixtures and ground-support equipment.
• Perform structural and fluids analysis on components.
• Develop vehicle manufacturing and systems integration workflows.
• Conduct subcomponent development and acceptance tests.

Skills

Structural analysis

Fluid mechanics

Cross-disciplinary teamwork

Modeling & simulation

Education

Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

NASTRAN

CATIA

NX

SolidWorks

Job description

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.

Ursa Major is seeking a Summer 2026 internto contribute to the design, analysis, integration and test of a hypersonic vehicle.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and development of hypersonic structures, liquid propulsion systems and propellant management devices.

Design and development of tooling, fixtures and ground-support equipment.

Structural and fluids analysis on components.

Development of vehicle manufacturing and systems integration workflows.

Subcomponent development and acceptance tests.

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Experience in design and analysis of structures and components.

Familiarity with FEA tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or NASTRAN for structural analysis.

Good proficiency of incompressible and compressible fluid mechanics.

Experience with CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, NX, SolidWorks).

Understanding of manufacturing techniques, including composites layup, machining, and additive manufacturing.

Ability to operate with cross-disciplinary teams and contribute to technical decisions.

Preferred Qualifications:

Exposure to liquid-propellant rocket engines and propulsion systems design such as tanks, valves, runlines.

Experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerances.

Modelind experience with Python or Matlab/Simulink & basic numerical methods.

Hands-on experience with hardware and design for manufacturing.

Teamwork experience as part of engineering clubs such as Formula SAE, Rocketry or Hyperloop.

Genuine passion in the field of aerospace propulsion.

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $30.00/hour, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.

Classification: Full-time Non-Exempt

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 - 401k with Company Match

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.

Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents).

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

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.