Propulsion Systems Engineer — MBSE & SRM Specialist

Energy Jobline ZR; Berthoud (CO); On-site; USD 81,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Health insurance

401k with company match

HSA/FSA

Life insurance

Job summary

Ursa Major Technologies is seeking a Systems Engineer in Colorado to help define success for propulsion systems and ensure requirements are met across development and qualification campaigns.

You will build MBSE models, develop system documents, and communicate with leadership and customers on compliance during program reviews. The role emphasizes collaboration, mentoring, and strong analytical skills in a demanding defense environment.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Aerospace, Systems or Mechanical Engineering.
• 1–3 years experience applying aerospace systems engineering processes (design reviews, requirements validation and verification, failure and risk assessments).
• Strong organizational skills.
• Commitment to an inclusive environment and trust-building.

Responsibilities

• Support the leads of all major programs in defining, validating, and maintaining requirements.
• Build system-level qualification plans for Solid Rocket Motors (SRMs).
• Track requirement verification status through product development and qualification.
• Review test and analysis plans and reports to confirm requirements are met.
• Develop FMEA, PFMEA, ASIA and other system documents for SRM programs.
• Support system-level risk analysis and mitigation; own and close all system-level risks.
• Develop MBSE models of SRM systems.
• Communicate with management and customers on requirement compliance at program reviews.
• Create and manage system engineering tools and processes.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Systems Engineering associates.

Skills

Organization

Relationship building

Requirements verification

Education

B.S. in Aerospace, Systems or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

DOORS

Jama

MBSE

Cameo

Job description

Ursa Major Technologies is seeking a Systems Engineer in Colorado to help define success for propulsion systems and ensure requirements are met across development and qualification campaigns.

You will build MBSE models, develop system documents, and communicate with leadership and customers on compliance during program reviews. The role emphasizes collaboration, mentoring, and strong analytical skills in a demanding defense environment.