2027 Summer Systems Engineering Intern

Telemetry Today LLC; 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

HSA/FSA

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ursa Major is seeking a driven Systems Engineering Intern to join our fast-paced solid rocket motor team in Colorado. You will gain experience in requirements development, verification planning, risk analysis, and process building, working on design, development, manufacturing and testing.

You will collaborate with engineers across disciplines, develop data flow models, and contribute to reliability and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a background in systems engineering, mechanical, electrical, or aerospace engineering.
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles - design reviews, system requirements, verification and validation, and failure and risk assessments.
• Strong communication skills with ability to convey technical information in team settings.
• Confidence in developing processes and ability to work effectively in situations where procedures may not be established.
• Demonstrates initiative and adopts a diligent approach to learning.

Responsibilities

• Interpret customer needs and evaluate team capability to create detailed and actionable requirements.
• Plan validation and build traceability back to requirements.
• Contribute to reliability assessment, failure mode analysis, and risk mitigation efforts.
• Define and model data flow between subsystems and operational activities.
• Develop and improve system engineering processes and tools.
• Provide flexible support for team projects as need emerges.

Skills

Systems engineering principles

MBSE

Requirements management

Communication skills

Initiative

Team collaboration

Risk analysis

Education

Pursuing systems/mechanical/electrical/aerospace eng

Tools

DOORS

Jama

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 is currently seeking a driven Systems Engineering Intern to join our small, fast-paced, solid rocket motor team. As member of the team, you will gain experience in many aspects of systems engineering, including design, development, manufacturing and testing of solid rocket motors. This internship will have a strong focus on requirement development, verification planning, risk analysis, and process building.

In this role, you will engage in both collaborative projects and independent tasks, contributing to our dynamic work environment. You will have the opportunity to work closely with team members across different disciplines, allowing you to gain diverse perspectives and learn from experienced professionals. We value initiative and responsibility; you will have the chance to influence technical decisions and make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret customer needs and evaluate team capability to create detailed and actionable requirements.
• Plan validation and build traceability back to requirements.
• Contribute to reliability assessment, failure mode analysis, and risk mitigation efforts.
• Define and model data flow between subsystems and operational activities.
• Develop and improve system engineering processes and tools.
• Provide flexible support for team projects as need emerges.

Required Qualifications

• Pursing a background in systems engineering, mechanical, electrical, or aerospace engineering.
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles - design reviews, system requirements, verification and validation, and failure and risk assessments.
• Strong communication skills with ability to convey technical information in team settings.
• Confidence in developing processes and ability to work effectively in situations where procedures may not be established.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity in all its forms as well as contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
• Demonstrates initiative and adopts a diligent approach to learning.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with solid rocket motor systems.
• Proficiency in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
• Proficiency in requirements management tools such as DOORS, or Jama.

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: (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 - 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.