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.
You will add strength to our propulsion technician team. Ursa Major Technologies is looking for an experienced, quick-learning aerospace/aviation technician with both mechanical and avionics experience to support rocket engine subcomponent assembly. You will excel working on aerospace hardware, engine subassemblies, avionics components, and test equipment. You will operate in a dynamic environment that accomplishes team goals. You should expect a large amount of collaboration with several Engineering and Manufacturing disciplines supporting both production and development programs.
It is crucial that all Manufacturing team members, especially technicians, attain a base level of experience. Initial responsibilities will include building, cleaning, and testing subassemblies. You will report to our Manager of Hadley Operations.
Primary Responsibilities
- Subassembly builds, proofs, flows, and ATPs.
- Aerospace-level hardware cleaning.
- Support Build Operations team in efforts to accomplish production goals.
- Complete work order documentation and creation alongside hardware assembly.
- Support avionics, Engineering and manufacturing teams with all development and production requests.
- Perform verification of flight hardware and complete work order documentation in a precise and complete manner.
- Non-engine shop work and shop organization (machining, tube bending, 5S, maintenance, and so forth).
Desired Qualifications
- At least 3 years in aerospace or similar field.
- A&P certification is a plus.
- Basic hand tool and powered tool use.
- Experience with high precision and tight tolerance hardware assembly.
- Hands on experience with electro-mechanical assemblies.
- Experience with high pressure systems and test equipment.
- Experience cleaning and building hardware compatible with liquid oxygen systems.
- Previous or current J-STD-001 certifications.
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $24.04 – $33.65/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. Click here for more information about our awesome benefits.
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 and Emergency Medical Transport
- 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.
