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.
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 Senior Embedded Software Engineer at Ursa Major, you will design, develop, and maintain the software powering our engines, vehicles, and avionics systems. You will be part of a small, high-impact team building flight software at the cutting edge of reliability, safety, and performance. This role requires a detail-oriented, self-driven engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and advancing the state of the art in aerospace.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software for avionics throughout the product lifecycle
- Develop and maintain ground support software tools and systems
- Collaborate cross-functionally to define and deliver new software features
- Document designs, code, and procedures to ensure maintainability and compliance
- Debug, optimize, and support software and hardware integration efforts
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 4+ years of professional experience in embedded C/C++ development for ARM, SoC, or FPGA softcore platforms
- Hands-on experience with hardware interface programming (timers, interrupts, communication protocols, ADCs, etc.)
- Proficiency reading schematics and debugging with hardware tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)
- Experience using version control systems such as Git
- Ability to work effectively in both independent and collaborative settings, managing multiple priorities
Desirable Experience:
- Experience with software development standards such as RTCA DO-178
- Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, and/or other scripting languages
- Exposure to continuous integration, automated build/test, and hardware-in-the-loop systems
- Understanding of FPGA development and HDL
- Experience with RTOS and/or Linux-based embedded systems
- Familiarity with controls engineering (sensors, actuators, and motors)
Benefits Include
- Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
- Paid maternity/paternity/adoptive leave
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA); Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D and EAP Program; Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life, Emergency Medical Transport and Pet Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan - Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)
- Company stock options
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $125,000 - $155,000, 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.
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
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 4+ years of professional experience in embedded C/C++ development
- Hands-on experience with hardware interface programming
- Proficiency reading schematics and debugging with hardware tools
- Experience using version control systems such as Git
What the Team is Saying
Ursa Major Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials outline comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, and short‑term disability coverage. Third‑party profiles also note mental health benefits and FSA availability.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Policies include unlimited PTO, paid holidays, and two company‑wide shutdown weeks in July and at year‑end. Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave are explicitly offered.
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Retirement Support — Current materials state traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match. This signals strengthened retirement support relative to earlier practices.
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.
