Ballistics Analyst, II

Ursa Major; Berthoud (CO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Medical insurance

401k with company match

Disability insurance

Job summary

Ursa Major in Colorado is seeking a Ballistics Analyst to perform analysis of propellant performance and rocket motor ballistic data. You will develop computational methods, review test data, and communicate results to government partners and customers.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, 2+ years in solid rocket motors or energetics, and experience with Matlab/Python/C++/Fortran. Eligibility for Secret Clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 2+ years of experience in Solid Rocket Motors or energetics
• Demonstrated technical work experience in energetics performance analysis
• Experience with experimental design and data analysis
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, interfacing with internal/external customers
• Proficiency in CLWire, SPP, or similar ballistic analysis tools
• Proficiency in Matlab, Python, C++, Fortran, or similar programming languages
• This position requires that the employee be eligible and maintain eligibility for a Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

• Perform ballistics analysis to meet programmatic requirements and inform/validate design
• Develop, refine and validate computational methods and tools to predict and analyze propellant performance and rocket motor ballistic performance
• Perform test data review and be capable of drawing meaningful design conclusions
• Assist in preparing and presenting technical ballistic results to government partners and customers with the ability to explain the results
• Support in the formulation, characterization, modeling and testing of energetic materials
• Support rapid response failure investigations, failure analysis and facilitate production deviation closures with meeting engineering requirements and mission objectives
• Organize/prepare/present major program efforts and findings to internal and external customers, including government and commercial entities
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Experimental design

Data analysis

Ballistics analysis

Security clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CLWire

SPP

MATLAB

Python

C++

Fortran

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform ballistics analysis to meet programmatic requirements and inform/validate design
• Develop, refine and validate computational methods and tools to predict and analyze propellant performance and rocket motor ballistic performance
• Perform test data review and be capable of drawing meaningful design conclusions
• Assist in preparing and presenting technical ballistic results to government partners and customers with the ability to explain the results
• Support in the formulation, characterization, modeling and testing of energetic materials
• Support rapid response failure investigations, failure analysis and facilitate production deviation closures with meeting engineering requirements and mission objectives
• Organize/prepare/present major program efforts and findings to internal and external customers, including government and commercial entities
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in technical discipline such as Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering
• 2+ years of experience in the field of Solid Rocket Motors or energetics
• Demonstrated technical work experience in energetics performance analysis
• Experience with experimental design and data analysis
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, interfacing with internal/external customers
• Proficiency in CLWire, SPP, or similar ballistic analysis tools
• Proficiency in Matlab, Python, C++, Fortran, or similar programming languages
• This position requires that the employee be eligible and maintain eligibility for a Secret Clearance

Desired Experience

• Master's degree in technical discipline such as Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering
• Technical knowledge of rocket motor components and processes
• Hands‑on experience with program/project work in applied R&D and/or production support
• Experience with dynamic controls theory
• Familiarity with combustion instability phenomena

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $82,000 - $102,000, 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 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.