{"id":245329,"url":"https://alion.io/job/ursa-major-senior-avionics-product-engineer","title":"Senior Avionics Product Engineer","company":{"id":58870,"name":"Ursa Major","domain":"ursamajor.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/ursa-major","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Greenhouse","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":93,"open_postings":10,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.1,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":62,"computed_at":"2026-10-26T05:57:25Z"}},"role":"Hardware","role_family":"Hardware","seniority":"senior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Longmont, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":115000,"max":145000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":145000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-08-06T21:03:36Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-20","last_verified_at":"2026-10-27T04:03:23Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":81,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":81},"description":"The future of aerospace and defense starts here. \n\nUrsa 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. \nOur 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.\nMission-critical avionics require dedicated technical ownership throughout production to ensure reliable delivery, sustained performance, and continuous improvement. As an Avionics Product Engineer, you will serve as the technical owner for an avionics product as it transitions from development into production, becoming the subject matter expert responsible for successful hardware delivery, production support, and product lifecycle execution.\nIn this role, you will develop expert-level knowledge of the product's electrical design, architecture, manufacturing processes, and test methodologies to support production, troubleshoot technical issues, certify production hardware through Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP), and coordinate cross-functional efforts to meet customer commitments and internal development milestones. Working closely with Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Program Management, and external vendors, you will drive execution across the organization to ensure production hardware is delivered on schedule while maintaining the highest standards of quality and technical performance.\nThe ideal candidate enjoys owning a complex hardware product from a technical and execution perspective. They are equally comfortable diving into electrical schematics to troubleshoot a technical issue, leading cross-functional discussions to resolve production challenges, and representing the product in customer, program, and business development meetings.\nResponsibilities:\nOwn the overall technical success and execution of an assigned avionics product throughout production.\nDevelop and maintain expert-level understanding of the electrical design, architecture, manufacturing processes, and test methodologies.\nTroubleshoot technical issues across production, test, integration, and fielded hardware, engaging subject matter experts when appropriate.\nOwn production schedules and drive execution to meet customer contract commitments, internal milestones, and R&D deliverables.\nCoordinate activities across engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and program management to ensure successful hardware deliveries, acting as the primary technical point of contact.\nSupport active programs, customer meetings, and technical discussions as the product representative.\nComplete Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP), review results, certify production hardware, and ensure compliance with product requirements.\nReview and disposition technical documentation including ATPs, discrepancy reports, vendor test reports, and manufacturing data packages.\nLead first-line technical evaluation of circuit boards, assemblies, harnesses, and other supplied hardware, coordinating with SMEs as needed.\nIdentify opportunities to improve manufacturability, production yield, quality, cost, and lead times through engineering and process improvements.\nMaintain configuration awareness and ensure technical documentation remains current throughout the product lifecycle.\nSupport root cause investigations and corrective actions for production and customer issues.\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline.\n5+ years of engineering experience developing, testing, or supporting electronic hardware.\nExperience with avionics, aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated electronic systems.\nStrong understanding of electrical hardware design and troubleshooting techniques.\nExperience supporting products through manufacturing, integration, qualification, or production.\nExperience interpreting electrical schematics, drawings, and manufacturing documentation.\nExperience with hardware verification, acceptance testing, and production test processes.\nAbility to coordinate cross-functional teams and drive execution across multiple organizations.\nStrong project planning, organizational, and communication skills.\nAbility to balance technical decision-making with schedule and business priorities.\nDesirable Experience:\nExperience owning a product throughout its production lifecycle.\nExperience with PCB assemblies, cable/harness assemblies, and electronic manufacturing processes.\nFamiliarity with aerospace quality standards and production documentation.\nExperience reviewing discrepancy reports, non-conformances, and root cause investigations.\nExperience working directly with contract manufacturers and external vendors.\nFamiliarity with configuration management and change control processes.\nExperience improving manufacturing yield, reducing cost, or shortening production lead times.\nExperience supporting customer technical meetings and program reviews.\nFamiliarity with environmental, vibration, EMI/EMC, and qualification testing.\nExperience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning.\nExperience in a fast-paced aerospace startup or high-growth manufacturing environment.\nActive U.S. Department of Defense Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one.\nColorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $115,000 - $145,000, 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. \nClassification: Full-time Exempt\nBenefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)\nUnlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement\nPaid Parental and Adoptive Leave\nMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance\nTax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)\nEmployer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D\nAdditional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport\nEAP Program\nRetirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match\nHow To Apply: \nInterested 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.\nNOTE: 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.\nMust be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents).\nEligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance. \nWe’re an equal-opportunity employer. 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