Master Technician

Industrious Ventures; Berthoud, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Parental Leave

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k with Company Match

Equity Grants

EAP program

Disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Ursa Major seeks a Master Technician to lead complex assembly, integration, testing, and troubleshooting across development and production programs for high-performance propulsion systems.

The role requires extensive hands-on aerospace experience, the ability to mentor others, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Expect cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to ensure safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated mastery of complex mechanical and/or fluid systems.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot complex problems and develop effective solutions.
• Strong interpretation of drawings, models, schematics and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute assembly, integration, test, and troubleshooting across development and production programs.
• Apply advanced technical knowledge to solve complex problems with limited direction.
• Support development, assembly, integration, and test of propulsion hardware including space vehicles and propulsion systems.
• Serve as a technical leader and mentor to technicians and engineers.
• Develop and implement practical solutions for manufacture and test challenges.
• Lead complex test activities including proof and acceptance testing.
• Design, fabrication, modification of tooling and GSE as needed.
• Identify and resolve technical and process challenges with focus on safety and quality.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing and Operations.
• Adapt to changing priorities and own necessary technical challenges to achieve objectives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Fluid systems

Leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

The future of aerospace and defense starts here.

Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion, from hypersonics to solid rocket motors, satellite maneuvering and launch. We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands.

Master technicians are expected to lead with knowledge, experience, and grit. Master technicians will be part of the team that will continue to develop the most advanced propulsion systems in the world. A large amount of collaboration with several Engineering and Manufacturing disciplines supporting both production and development programs.

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.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 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.
• Demonstrated 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.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with solid rocket motors, liquid propulsion systems, spacecraft, or in-space systems.
• Experience with complex component and system-level testing.
• Experience with GSE, tooling, fixtures, or test equipment.
• Machining, fabrication, or CNC experience.
• GD&T knowledge.
• Experience with precision measurement equipment.
• Experience with Siemens NX or other CAD software.
• A&P certification or equivalent technical certification.

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $41.11 - $51.39 per hour, 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 Non-Exempt

Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)

• 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
• Equity Grants in the Company

NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements.

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.

No outside recruiters, please.