Aerospace Propulsion Structural Analyst II

Ursa Major; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k with company match

Equity grants

Job summary

Ursa Major is seeking a Structural Analyst II to perform high-fidelity structural and thermal analyses for SRM products, partnering with design, manufacturing, and test teams through development, qualification, and production programs.

You will model and evaluate component performance, support design decisions, and help drive continuous improvement across propulsion systems in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in structural and thermal analysis of aerospace components.
• Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) and thermal modeling tools.
• Understanding of material properties, thermal expansion, and high-temperature structural behavior.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test data.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced development environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct finite element analysis (FEA) for structural integrity, and dynamic behavior of solid rocket motor components
• Support design iterations by providing data-driven recommendations for component geometry and material selection
• Develop and validate analytical models using industry-standard software (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN)
• Evaluate test data and correlate analytical models with physical testing results
• Collaborate with the manufacturing team to assess nonconforming hardware for development and flight components and provide recommended dispositions and repairs
• Work with manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility and support process optimization
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders
• Participate in design reviews, failure investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

FEA

Thermal modeling

Materials behavior

Engineering drawings

Problem solving

Propulsion experience

Composite materials

Fracture analysis

Safety-critical

Communication

Education

Bachelors in ME/AE

MS in Mechanical/AE

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

NASTRAN

Job description

Ursa Major is seeking a Structural Analyst II to perform high-fidelity structural and thermal analyses for SRM products, partnering with design, manufacturing, and test teams through development, qualification, and production programs.

You will model and evaluate component performance, support design decisions, and help drive continuous improvement across propulsion systems in a fast-paced environment.