Ursa Major was founded to address a critical shortfall in the U.S. industrial base and bring a new model to aerospace and defense systems: we design and manufacture the world’s leading propulsion systems for space, hypersonic applications, and missile systems.
Our products and technologies require an extraordinary team – a team that will mold tomorrow’s technologies while deploying today’s best. We are an intrinsically motivated team that has a passion for solving problems and empowering each other every day to develop our skills, knowing that there is always room for growth.
As a member of the Advanced Manufacturing & Materials team, you will operate laser powder bed fusion machines and related equipment to propulsion components for Ursa Major’s products. This role demands high attention to detail, a hands-on self-starter mentality, and a desire to grow & contribute to Ursa’s mission in a small team environment. Your contributions will enable the future of advanced manufacturing for rocket propulsion systems.
Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain laser powder bed fusion and other machine tools
- Operate and program machines including: Wire EDM, unpacking station, sieve, bead blast station
- Planning – Ability to organize and plan builds based on program priority and help contribute to a master schedule
- Material handling – Prepare outgoing shipments and coordinate delivery for incoming orders
- Ensure machine changeovers are completed with high quality and according to standard operating procedures
- Handle metal powder recycling equipment (conveyers, sieves) and maintain powder quality throughout lifecycle
- Perform post-processing activities such as powder removal, support removal, part cut off, and part finishing including hands-on metal deburring
- Systematically identify, troubleshoot, and resolve machine or process issues that arise in a complex manufacturing environment
- Complete preventative maintenance activities and work with OEMs to schedule necessary service
- Maintain machine maintenance spares and all related consumables
Required Qualifications:
- Experience in a trade skill including but not limited to machining, inspection, mechanic, welding, etc.
- Demonstrated hands on ability by completing a project to build/rebuild complex machinery or mechanical system. Examples include rebuilding an engine, repairing a Mill or Lathe, large home renovation, etc.
- Desire to perform hands on work
- Experience in any category of 3D printing
- Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Ability to maintain physical activity and stand for extended periods
Desired Experience:
- 2+ years of operating laser powder bed fusion machines
- Experience running machine tools such as WEDM, Mill, Lathe, etc.
- Experience with metal laser powder bed fusion systems and equipment
- 2D/3D CAD & CAM experience
- Experience with hands on part finishing (deburring, grit blasting, polishing)
- Experience with project management tools such as Microsoft project, excel, or an ERP system
Classification: Full-time Non-exempt
Benefits Include:
- 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, Emergency Medical Transport and Pet Insurance
- EAP Program
- Retirement Savings Plan – Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)
- Company stock options
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.
US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED.
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.
No outside recruiters, please.
