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.
Master technicians are expected to lead with knowledge, experience, and grit. Master technicians will be part of the team that will continue to develop the most advanced propulsion systems in the world. A large amount of collaboration with several Engineering and Manufacturing disciplines supporting both production and development programs.
Responsibilities
- Lead and execute complex assembly, integration, test, and troubleshooting activities across development and production programs.
- Apply advanced technical knowledge and hands-on expertise to solve complex, ambiguous, and non-routine problems with limited direction.
- Support the development, assembly, integration, and test of a broad range of aerospace hardware, including space vehicles, solid rocket motors, liquid propulsion systems, in-space systems, GSE, and associated components.
- Serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert, providing guidance, mentorship, and hands-on support to technicians, engineers, and other team members.
- Develop and implement practical solutions for complex manufacturing, assembly, test, tooling, and equipment challenges.
- Lead complex test activities, including proof testing, acceptance testing, component testing, and system-level test support.
- Support the design, fabrication, modification, and implementation of tooling, fixtures, and GSE as required to enable development and production activities.
- Identify and resolve technical, process, and execution challenges while maintaining a high standard of safety, quality, and workmanship.
- Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Operations to drive successful execution of complex programs.
- Adapt to changing priorities and take ownership of whatever technical challenges are necessary to achieve program and organizational objectives.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Extensive hands-on experience in aerospace, propulsion, manufacturing, assembly, integration, or test.
- Demonstrated mastery of complex mechanical and/or fluid systems and the ability to apply that knowledge to unfamiliar technical challenges.
- Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot complex problems and develop effective solutions.
- Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, models, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Demonstrated technical leadership and ability to mentor and develop others.
- Strong communication, judgment, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work effectively in both development and production environments with minimal direction.
- Ability to safely operate and work around applicable manufacturing, test, material-handling, and support equipment.
- Ability and willingness to travel to customer and test sites as required.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with solid rocket motors, liquid propulsion systems, spacecraft, or in-space systems.
- Experience with complex component and system-level testing.
- Experience with GSE, tooling, fixtures, or test equipment.
- Machining, fabrication, or CNC experience.
- GD&T knowledge.
- Experience with precision measurement equipment.
- Experience with Siemens NX or other CAD software.
- A&P certification or equivalent technical certification.
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $41.11 - $51.39 per hour, 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 Non-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 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
How To Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Extensive hands-on experience in aerospace, propulsion, manufacturing, assembly, integration, or testing
- Mastery of complex mechanical and/or fluid systems
- Ability to independently troubleshoot complex problems and develop effective solutions
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, models, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation
- Technical leadership and mentoring ability
- Strong communication, judgment, and decision-making skills
- Ability to work effectively in development and production environments with minimal direction
- Ability to safely operate and work around manufacturing, test, material-handling, and support equipment
- Ability and willingness to travel to customer and test sites as required
- Experience with solid rocket motors, liquid propulsion systems, spacecraft, or in-space systems
- Experience with complex component and system-level testing
- Experience with ground support equipment, tooling, fixtures, or test equipment
- Machining, fabrication, or CNC experience
- GD&T knowledge
- Experience with precision measurement equipment
- Experience with Siemens NX or other CAD software
- A&P certification or equivalent technical certification
- Must be a U.S. Person, including U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance
What the Team is Saying
Ursa Major Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is structured with an unlimited PTO policy plus two companywide paid breaks (mid‑summer and year‑end), creating predictable downtime alongside flexibility. Company holidays and shutdowns are consistently highlighted across employer materials and third‑party profiles.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life/AD&D, and short‑term disability, with mental‑health resources also noted. These elements appear on the company’s careers page and are echoed by external listings.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and adoptive leave are emphasized, alongside family supports such as an onsite Mother’s Room and company‑sponsored family events. External profiles characterize the parental offering as generous.
Ursa Major Insights
What We Do
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.
Why Work With Us
We believe that each unique team member fuels the creativity necessary to build the world’s best propulsion systems. This is realized as a deeply held commitment to celebrating individuality, hiring talent across all backgrounds and experiences, building a culture of inclusion, and constantly challenging ourselves to improve.
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Most employees work on-site with some positions allowing hybrid and/or remote work.
