Lead Spacecraft Propulsion Systems Engineer

Ursa Major; Berthoud (CO); On-site; USD 133,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Disability & Life insurance

Voluntary life

Emergency Medical Transport

401k with company match

Job summary

Ursa Major seeks a seasoned Systems Engineer to own propulsion system requirements from concept to production. You’ll develop verification plans, support design reviews, and coordinate with analysis and test teams to ensure robust, compliant propulsion hardware.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in aerospace system design, strong project management skills, and familiarity with MIL-STD and SSCMAN standards. Colorado-based role with full-time responsibilities and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace system design or related system-level roles.
• B.S. in Aerospace, Systems or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience applying aerospace system engineering processes – design reviews, verification/validation, failure and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain system requirements and verify traceability across programs.
• Create and manage system engineering tools and processes.
• Coordinate verification planning with analysis and test teams to ensure coverage.

Skills

Aerospace system design

Project management

System-level engineering

Education

B.S. in Aerospace, Systems or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

DOORS

JAMA

Job description

Ursa Major seeks a seasoned Systems Engineer to own propulsion system requirements from concept to production. You’ll develop verification plans, support design reviews, and coordinate with analysis and test teams to ensure robust, compliant propulsion hardware.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in aerospace system design, strong project management skills, and familiarity with MIL-STD and SSCMAN standards. Colorado-based role with full-time responsibilities and competitive benefits.