Senior Development Technician, Inerts

Socket.dev; Berthoud (CO); On-site; USD 48,216 - 60,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental and vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D

401k with company match

Equity grants

Job summary

Ursa Major, based in Colorado, is seeking a Senior Technician to advance propulsion and defense systems from development to production readiness. You will work alongside engineering and manufacturing teams, applying a safety-first mindset and attention to detail to deliver reliable components.

This role offers opportunities for progression, hands-on problem solving, and collaboration across disciplines. A strong background in mechanical assembly, testing, and process documentation is valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a technician with progressing responsibilities.
• Demonstrated aptitude for deep problem solving.
• Self-starter with initiative and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement solutions with engineering overview.
• Create processes to expedite programs with engineering oversight as necessary.
• Document processes with high level of rigor.
• Perform first article build/test/inspections alongside design and manufacturing engineers.
• Provide technical expertise to failure investigations.
• Own and maintain multiple systems from conception to production.
• Present on work up to Director of Operations level.
• Support presenters with technical expertise at executive level.

Skills

5+ years experience

Problem solving

Self-starter

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.

As Ursa Major continues it's growth within the realm of solid propulsion, we’re assembling the most innovative and nimble team to unseat the reigning players. We’re applying the latest technologies to an outdated business model that improves cost, lead time, and flexibility without impacting reliability. We must continue to build in-house capabilities in energetics, ballistics, and composites with an emphasis on novel designs focused on manufacturability and high-rate scalability.

Success in this role requires a safety-first approach, a willingness and desire to learn and an attention to detail mindset. As a part of the operations team, you will be a key component of the rocket motor development process. You will be responsible for working alongside engineering and production teams to take a product from an early developmental state to a final production readiness state.

A key component that makes Ursa Major the best place to work for technicians is the opportunities presented to them for progression. Technicians are encouraged to speak up, suggest solutions, and contribute at a levelthattruly embodies the belief that technicians are the “backbone of the company”. The Senior Technician role is an opportunity to put on display your best skills and talents.

A Senior Technician is an individual contributor that has shown superior and repeated ability to solve problems and design solutions as a technician. They are repeatedly sought out by their peers and leadership to take on “one-off” tasks that require their unique skills and determination.They can function and thrive under pressure and show acute attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement, with engineering overview, solutions to unique problems within the company
• Create innovative processes, with engineering overview as necessary, to expedite and increase efficiency of programs
• Document processes with high level of rigor
• Perform first article build/test/inspections alongside design and manufacturing engineers
• Provide technical expertise to failure investigations
• Ask the why/how/where/who questions
• Own and maintain multiplemedium/high/capitalvalue systems
• Own and improves a process from conception to production
• Present on work up to Director of Operations level
• Support presenters with technical expertise at executive level

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a technician with progressing responsibilities during that time
• Demonstrated aptitude for deep problem solving
• Self-starter

Desired Qualifications

• Design skills in associated discipline
• Functions well with multi-disciplined teams
• Leadership/mentor potential

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $35.00- $44.00/hour, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we are evaluating individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you, and see if you are a great fit for our team. 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. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.

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.