Fluids Analyst II: High-Temp Propulsion CFD

Ursa Major Event Management & Consultancy; Berthoud (CO); On-site; USD 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Parental Leave

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401k with Company Match

Equity Grants

Job summary

Ursa Major, based in Colorado, seeks a Fluids Analyst II to perform high-fidelity fluids analyses ensuring the performance and reliability of SRM propulsion products. You will collaborate across design, manufacturing, and test teams in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have CFD experience with high-temperature internal flows, strong background in thermodynamics, and the ability to interpret drawings and test data. Colorado-based role with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in fluids analysis of aerospace components.
• Experience in CFD using commercial codes (ANSYS Fluent or CFX preferred; StarCCM+ knowledge welcome).
• Demonstrated experience in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test data.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced development environment.

Responsibilities

• Use hand calculations in addition to steady and transient CFD to predict fluid behavior throughout the SRM and its components.
• Build steady-state and transient 1D models of our SRM’s fluid behavior.
• Identify potential design improvements and collaborate with other engineering teams to develop our products while ensuring they meet our system-level requirements.
• Evaluate test data and correlate analytical models with physical testing results.
• Participate in design reviews, failure investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide continuous improvement, professional development, mentorship, and technical guidance to peers.

Skills

Fluids analysis

CFD

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Engineering drawings

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Fluent/CFX

StarCCM+

NX

Python

Job description

Ursa Major, based in Colorado, seeks a Fluids Analyst II to perform high-fidelity fluids analyses ensuring the performance and reliability of SRM propulsion products. You will collaborate across design, manufacturing, and test teams in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have CFD experience with high-temperature internal flows, strong background in thermodynamics, and the ability to interpret drawings and test data. Colorado-based role with competitive compensation and benefits.