Lead Fluid Systems Engineer – Propulsion Test Automation

Ursa Major; Berthoud (CO); On-site; USD 106,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401k with company match

Equity grants

Job summary

Ursa Major in Colorado is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of custom automated fluid test systems for propulsion manufacturing facilities. You will collaborate with Technicians, Operators, Manufacturing, Quality, Safety, Controls, and Design Engineers.

This role focuses on safe, robust fluid systems, from bench-top to 1000 GPM qualification, handling nitrogen, water, kerosene, cryogenics, and more.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in test-system design or related role.
• BS degree or higher in Mechanical, Chemical, or Mechatronic engineering (suitable experience may be substituted).
• Experience designing and troubleshooting automated hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Expertise in CAD and GD&T.
• Familiarity with piping codes and safety standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design with a focus on fluid systems and instrumentation layout, plus structural framing and interface panel design.
• Collect requirements from test engineers and product designers.
• Draft system P&ID in collaboration with I&C engineers.
• Perform flow, pressure, safety factor, and life analyses with hand calculations and FEA.
• Host design reviews with technicians, operators, and engineers to gain buy-in.
• Provide CAD fixtures and assist with production-floor commissioning.
• Operate hands-on during build and maintain safety around fluids up to 15,000 psi.

Skills

Fluid systems design

CAD (SolidWorks)

P&ID drafting

Test system design

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

BS in Mechanical/ Chemical/ Mechatronic

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA (ANSYS)

Job description

Ursa Major in Colorado is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of custom automated fluid test systems for propulsion manufacturing facilities. You will collaborate with Technicians, Operators, Manufacturing, Quality, Safety, Controls, and Design Engineers.

This role focuses on safe, robust fluid systems, from bench-top to 1000 GPM qualification, handling nitrogen, water, kerosene, cryogenics, and more.