Lead Master Technician - Propulsion & Space Systems

Socket.dev; Berthoud (CO); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Medical, dental, vision

HSA/FSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Equity grants

Employee assistance program

Retirement savings plan

Equity grants in the company

Job summary

Ursa Major is leading the evolution of propulsion systems for national security needs, from hypersonics to space propulsion. Master technicians will mentor teams and oversee complex assembly, integration, and testing across development and production programs.

The role requires deep hands-on aerospace experience, strong problem-solving, and the ability to travel to sites for testing and customer support. Colorado-based, with a focus on safety and quality in all activities.

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience in aerospace, propulsion, manufacturing, assembly, integration, or test.
• Demonstrated mastery of complex mechanical and/or fluid systems and the ability to apply that knowledge to unfamiliar technical challenges.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot complex problems and develop effective solutions.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, models, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Demonstrated technical leadership and ability to mentor and develop others.
• Strong communication, judgment, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both development and production environments with minimal direction.
• Ability to safely operate and work around applicable manufacturing, test, material-handling, and support equipment.
• Ability and willingness to travel to customer and test sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex assembly, integration, test, and troubleshooting activities across development and production programs.
• Apply advanced technical knowledge and hands-on expertise to solve complex, ambiguous, and non-routine problems with limited direction.
• Support the development, assembly, integration, and test of a broad range of aerospace hardware, including space vehicles, solid rocket motors, liquid propulsion systems, in-space systems, GSE, and associated components.
• Serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert, providing guidance, mentorship, and hands-on support to technicians, engineers, and other team members.
• Develop and implement practical solutions for complex manufacturing, assembly, test, tooling, and equipment challenges.
• Lead complex test activities, including proof testing, acceptance testing, component testing, and system-level test support.
• Support the design, fabrication, modification, and implementation of tooling, fixtures, and GSE as required to enable development and production activities.
• Identify and resolve technical, process, and execution challenges while maintaining a high standard of safety, quality, and workmanship.
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Operations to drive successful execution of complex programs.
• Adapt to changing priorities and take ownership of whatever technical challenges are necessary to achieve program and organizational objectives.

Skills

Aerospace

Propulsion

Manufacturing

Assembly

Integration

Test

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GSE tooling fixtures

Siemens NX

CAD software

Job description

Ursa Major is leading the evolution of propulsion systems for national security needs, from hypersonics to space propulsion. Master technicians will mentor teams and oversee complex assembly, integration, and testing across development and production programs.

The role requires deep hands-on aerospace experience, strong problem-solving, and the ability to travel to sites for testing and customer support. Colorado-based, with a focus on safety and quality in all activities.