Senior Systems Engineer, In-Space in Berthoud

Energy Jobline ZR; Berthoud (CO); On-site; USD 133,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Ursa Major is seeking a skilled systems engineer to own requirements development, verification, and validation for spacecraft propulsion. You will work across system architecture, analysis, and test teams to ensure robust design from concept to production readiness.

The role emphasizes ownership, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to safety and industry standards in a fast-paced aerospace environment in Colorado. A strong commitment to inclusion is expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace system design, project management or related system-level roles.
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Systems or Mechanical Engineering (or related technical field).
• Experience applying aerospace systems engineering processes – design reviews, requirements verification and validation, failure and risk assessments.
• Demonstrated organization skills.
• Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive work environment.
• Ability to earn trust and maintain professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Define, verify, and manage system requirements for spacecraft propulsion or related systems.
• Create and maintain system engineering tools and processes.
• Coordinate with analysis to plan verification activities and ensure requirement coverage.
• Coordinate with test teams for verification and validation plans.
• Support test campaigns to ensure requirement coverage and compliance.
• Contribute to program reviews and design reviews throughout lifecycles.
• Assist with reliability, failure modes, and risk assessments for major programs.
• Provide guidance to Systems Engineering team members to advance proficiency.
• Serve as primary engineering contact with mission assurance to address risks and opportunities.
• Work with system designers to ensure compliance with range safety requirements and standards.

Skills

Systems engineering

Project management

Documentation

Collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Education

B.S. in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

DOORS

JAMA

Job description

Job DescriptionJob 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 security demands.

Ursa Major's teams move fast and do a lot with little. We are looking for a skilled, fast-learning individual who will serve as a central member of the team and take immediate ownership of systems engineering for spacecraft propulsion. This role will be part of the technical organization, responsible for requirements development, verification, and validation for a variety of propulsion hardware, as well as system architecture and failure mode analysis. Candidates will be expected to have ownership from the initial concept phase to a production-ready design.

Responsibilities

• Support responsible engineers of all In-Space components and systems in defining, verifying, and maintaining requirements – it'll be your responsibility to make sure we have the right set of requirements and that we're on track to meet them with confidence through product development and qualification
• Create and manage system engineering tools and processes
• Coordinate with analysis team on planning and execution of verification activities to ensure requirement coverage and compliance
• Coordinate with test and analysis teams on planning and execution of verification activities to ensure compliance to requirements
• Support planning and execution of acceptance and qualification test campaigns to ensure requirement coverage and compliance
• Contribute to and participate in program reviews and design reviews throughout the program lifecycles
• Support reliability, failure modes, and risk assessments for major programs
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Systems Engineering associates to advance their proficiency
• Primary engineering point of contact with mission assurance group in identification and resolution of risks and opportunities
• Work along side system designers to ensure compliance to range safety requirements in SSCMAN 91-710, and other industry standards and specifications

Required Qualifications

• 5+ yearsof experience in aerospace system design, project management or related system-level roles
• B.S. in Aerospace,Systemsor Mechanical Engineering (or other related technical subject area)
• Experience applying aerospace systems engineering processes – design reviews, requirements verification and validation, failure and risk assessments
• Demonstrated organization skills
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing in all its forms as well as contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
• Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationship

Desired Experience

• Experience with multiple systems engineering organizations and multiple product lifecycles – seen what works vs. what could be improved
• Fluid system analysis, component selection, and supplier management experience
• Spacecraft chemical propulsion system design, development or test
• Familiarity with industry standard requirements documents such as MIL-STD-1522, RTCA/DO-178, MIL-STD-810, SSCMAN 91-710, AIAA-S080, SMC-S-016, etc...
• Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS or JAMA

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $133,000 - $166,000, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we can't quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.

Classification: Full-time 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 , Basic Life, AD&D
• Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
• EAP Program
• Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match

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. and Permanent ). 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 , , , , , , , veteran, or status. No outside recruiters, please.