Senior Fluids Analyst

Industrious Ventures; Berthoud (CO); On-site; USD 112,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match

Equity Grants in the Company

Job summary

Industrious Ventures in Berthoud, Colorado is looking for a Senior Fluids Analyst to join their Solid Rocket Motor team. In this role, you will perform high-fidelity fluids analyses, ensuring the reliability and performance of SRM products while collaborating with design and manufacturing teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 5+ years of experience in fluids analysis, particularly in aerospace applications. The position offers competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment with various benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in fluids analysis of aerospace components.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and test data.
• Hands-on experience with testing and data correlation.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-fidelity fluids analyses for SRM products.
• Develop and validate models for fluid behavior in propulsion systems.
• Evaluate test data and correlate models with physical testing results.

Skills

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

Fluid mechanics

Thermodynamics

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

Master’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

Tools

ANSYS Fluent

ANSYS CFX

Python

MATLAB

3D CAD software (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.

Our Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) team is growing, and we are seeking a Senior Fluids Analyst to support the design, analysis, and validation of advanced solid propulsion systems.

Role Overview

As a Senior Fluids Analyst, you will be responsible for performing high-fidelity fluids analyses to ensure the performance and reliability of our SRM products. You will work closely with design, manufacturing, and test teams to support development, qualification, and production programs. Our ideal candidate is proficient in both CFD as well as steady-state and transient 1D (lumped parameter) fluid modeling. You will be exposed to all systems across our SRM products and the unique challenges each component presents.

Key Responsibilities

• Use hand calculations and steady CFD to predict fluid behavior throughout the SRM and its components.
• Build steady-state and transient 1D models of our SRM’s fluid behavior.
• Identify potential design improvements and collaborate with other engineering teams to develop our products while ensuring they meet our system-level requirements.
• Evaluate test data and correlate analytical models with physical testing results.
• Participate in design reviews, failure investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide continuous improvement, professional development, mentorship, and technical guidance to peers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in fluids analysis of aerospace components.
• Experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) using commercial codes (ANSYS Fluent or CFX preferred, but knowledge of StarCCM+ or similar tools is welcome).
• Demonstrated experience in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test data.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced development environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with solid rocket motors, propulsion systems, or high-temperature materials.
• Experience with modeling of two-phase compressible flows.
• Hands‑on experience with testing and data correlation.
• Experience with the ANSYS FEA suite, basic experience with 3D CAD software (NX is ideal), programming experience (Python ideal, but MATLAB or other high-level languages acceptable).

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.

Classification: Full-time Exempt

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

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.