Senior Propulsion Engineer: Lead Engine Design & Mentoring

Industrious Ventures; Berthoud, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Parental and adoptive leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Disability & life insurance

Voluntary life options

EAP program

401k with company match

Equity grants

Job summary

Ursa Major is seeking a skilled engineer to take ownership of rocket engine design efforts from concept to production-ready solutions. You will work within a fast-paced propulsion team, guiding component-level design, system sizing, testing, and integration to meet mission requirements.

The role emphasizes hands-on design, testing, and collaboration with interfacing teams, with opportunities to influence multiple engine programs and mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 5+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Liquid propellant rocket engine design, test, or analysis.
• Proficiency with CAD and drafting.
• ASME Y14.5 GD&T knowledge.
• Working knowledge of fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Strong understanding of aerospace and defense industry standards.
• Desire to take ownership and help on the team.
• Able to delegate tasks and lead large project scope.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to customer demands.

Responsibilities

• Liquid rocket engine system design and analysis, including performance predictions and packaging to meet requirements.
• Clean sheet design and system integration of engine components.
• Design modifications of existing components to increase performance or manufacturability.
• Mentor other engineers on design and development topics.
• Derive requirements from engine and test objectives.
• Write and update work instructions for engine assembly and tests.

Skills

5+ years mechanical design

Rocket engine design/test/analysis

CAD and drafting

ASME Y14.5 GD&T

Aerospace/defense standards

Ownership & leadership

Team mentoring

Fast-paced adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's or PhD in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

PTC Creo

Siemens NX

Windchill PLM

ANSYS FEA

Job description

Ursa Major is seeking a skilled engineer to take ownership of rocket engine design efforts from concept to production-ready solutions. You will work within a fast-paced propulsion team, guiding component-level design, system sizing, testing, and integration to meet mission requirements.

The role emphasizes hands-on design, testing, and collaboration with interfacing teams, with opportunities to influence multiple engine programs and mentor junior engineers.