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.
The Senior Quality Control Inspector’s primary focus will be ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality products that meet our customer’s expectations. Supporting the manufacturing and design teams to ensure the parts and materials used in the manufacture of our products meet the specification requirements and aerospace standards. We are looking for an individual to add to the Inspection Team, ensuring that complex checks are performed accurately and that communication is smooth.
This role reports to the Inspection Lead with support from manufacturing, planning and other Quality roles, such as Quality Engineers and Supplier Quality Engineers.
Responsibilities:
- Perform electrical, dimensional, and/or visual inspections as appropriate for procured or manufactured parts and subassemblies
- Operate manual and automated test and inspection equipment
- Review submitted supplier documentation as required (material and/or special process) for accuracy and completeness
- Perform part and subassembly inspection or testing
- Record legible, complete, and accurate inspection results and other documentation
- Author Discrepancy Reports (DR) as needed
- Assist in calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment and update the calibration recall tracking system
- Guide and mentor junior quality control inspectors
- Other duties as assigned by Quality Management
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma
- 5+ years of experience in quality control/inspection experience in a precision machining environment
- Ability to read drawings and standards
- Significant experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Skill using standard inspection methods, and reporting requirements
- Experience operating automated inspection equipment such as comparators, height stands, surface profilometers, CMM, or similar
- Experience in a moderate volume and mix manufacturing environment
- Experience in regulated manufacturing environment such as AS9100, ISO9001, ISO13485 or similar
Desired Experience:
- 7+ years of experience in quality control/inspection experience in an aerospace environment
- ASQ CQI Certification
- Advanced technical schooling
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $33.12 - $41.40 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
- 5+ years of quality control or inspection experience in a precision machining environment
- Ability to read drawings and standards
- Significant experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Experience with standard inspection methods and reporting requirements
- Experience operating automated inspection equipment such as comparators, height stands, surface profilometers, or CMMs
- Experience in a moderate-volume, mixed manufacturing environment
- Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment such as AS9100, ISO 9001, or ISO 13485
- 7+ years of quality control or inspection experience in an aerospace environment
- ASQ CQI certification
- Advanced technical schooling
- 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 characterized by unlimited PTO covering vacation, sick, personal, and bereavement, augmented by paid parental/adoptive leave and two company‑wide weeklong breaks. Company materials and third‑party benefits pages consistently highlight this breadth as a standout element.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans plus employer‑paid short‑term disability, life insurance, and AD&D, with EAP and HSA/FSA noted on some postings. External benefits snapshots point to strong perceived coverage quality.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Ownership is offered through stock options/equity grants alongside competitive pay. Third‑party employer listings repeatedly include equity as part of the standard package, signaling broad accessibility.
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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