Program Manager II

Ursa Major; Berthoud (CO); On-site; USD 112,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Job summary

Ursa Major is seeking a Program Manager II to lead multiple Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) applications in Berthoud, Colorado. The role requires expertise in managing program milestones, customer relations, and technical deliverables while ensuring compliance and on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business and 3+ years of experience in a technical program management role. This position also requires a U.S. Security Clearance eligibility.

Benefits include unlimited PTO, medical insurance, and a retirement savings plan with company match.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a technical program manager, project or team lead.
• Demonstrated leadership in aerospace or a highly technical program.
• Prior experience in a production or manufacturing role managing schedules and delegating tasks.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Lead Program Manager in executing the entire program lifecycle.
• Manages external and internal SRM program execution from plan definition to mission success.
• Tracks and maintains program budget, schedule, risk, and Key Results (KRs) performance.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Technical expertise

Leadership

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Earned Value Management tools

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.

The Program Manager II is a leader who provides direction and ensures programmatic success across multiple Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) applications through driving customer inputs, schedules, hardware, resources, and overall program progress. The program manager thrives on creating order out of chaos, excels as a technical subject‑matter expert, and supports dynamic decision‑making for our SRM programs. The role ensures execution through the product lifecycle, acts as a technical liaison, and brings together complex technical and operational inputs to meet program milestones. You’ll navigate technical challenges that have a direct impact on the success of both Ursa and its customers.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Lead Program Manager in the execution of the entire program lifecycle.
• Project manages external and internal SRM program execution, from initial program plan definition through ultimate mission success and sunset.
• Provides shaping and drives programmatic, technical, and operational objectives, while ensuring contract compliance and on‑time delivery through resource aligning.
• Serves as a customer point of contact (POC), manages contract scope, prepares material for and hosts regular customer check‑in meetings, and leads the preparation of contract deliverables.
• Tracks and maintains the program budget, schedule, risk, and Key Results (KRs) and their performance; regularly monitors and reports on program health, including supporting the creation of Program Review material preparation and presentation.
• Supports risk and opportunity management through all stages: identify, track, mitigate, manage, and disposition.
• Participates as a stakeholder and support in the lifecycle of defense proposal development, including strategy, planning, writing, and submission, to secure new business opportunities and contracts with programmatic realism.
• Collaborates with team members to write, review, and deliver technical deliverables.
• Estimates resource and material needs for the project/product.
• Works in a collaborative team environment on quick‑reaction projects and has regular contact with customers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business.
• 3+ years of experience as a technical program manager, project or team lead.
• Demonstrated leadership in aerospace or another highly technical program.
• Prior experience as a project engineer, program manager, or team lead in a production or manufacturing role managing schedules and delegating tasks.
• Passion for creatively developing a program plan despite resource constraints and the flexibility to adapt as inputs rapidly change.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to pull data into a coherent presentation, paper, or briefing for customers and stakeholders.
• Excellent understanding and experience with Microsoft Suite or practical experience implementing Earned Value Management (EVM) tools on projects.
• Technical expertise in manufacturing, design, test, analysis, or integration.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, startup environment.
• This position requires that the employee be eligible and maintain eligibility for a Secret Clearance.

Desired Experience

• Master’s Degree in Engineering or MBA.
• Strong understanding of aerospace industry standards and requirements.
• Demonstrated success in complex program definition and management.
• DoD Secret Security Clearance or higher.

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $112,000 - $140,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we cannot quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.

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 – 401(k) with Company Match
• Equity Grants in the Company

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.

Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents).

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.