{"id":4209859,"url":"https://alion.io/job/ursa-major-senior-conceptual-design-engineer-solid-rocket-motors","title":"Senior Conceptual Design Engineer, Solid Rocket Motors","company":{"id":58870,"name":"Ursa Major","domain":"ursamajor.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/ursa-major","size_band":"201-500","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Greenhouse","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":79,"open_postings":17,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.824,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":44,"computed_at":"2026-11-12T10:38:37Z"}},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","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":["Berthoud, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":105840,"max":132300,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":132300},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"ANSYS","optional":false},{"name":"C++","optional":false},{"name":"Fortran","optional":false},{"name":"MATLAB","optional":false},{"name":"Python","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-12T21:07:51Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-12","last_verified_at":"2026-11-14T01:21:25Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":1,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":1},"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. \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. \nThe Senior Conceptual Design Engineer, Solid Missile Systems, is responsible for the preliminary design trades of solid rocket motor primary structures and performance based on customer requirements and industry specifications. The analyst supports Business Development in preliminary evaluation and design solutions for new business to determine feasibility of potential new products.\nResponsibilities:\nClean sheet design of novel solid rocket motors with limited guidance from subject matter experts.\nDistill customer requirements into a conceptual design that meets or exceeds the intent while adhering to the Ursa Major criteria for low-cost yet reliable products. Also, support customer interactions when requested.\nSupport New Product Development and Business Development teams in generation of White papers, proposals and design concept feasibility studies.\nLead cross-functional communications to ensure conceptual designs satisfy the needs of each stakeholder, including performance, cost and manufacturability.\nGenerate, review, and approve CAD models and drawings that are consistent with internal best practices and ASME Y14.5-2009\nMaintain proper documentation of all designs including design reviews, , customer documentation, etc.\nTechnical mentor for less senior members of the team.\nAuthor guidance on design best practices and supporting formal documentation as required.\nWork with ballisticians, thermal and other analysts to ensure the latest models and properties are being utilized.\nOrganize/prepare/present major program efforts and findings to internal and external customers, including government and commercial entities \nOther duties as assigned.\nSupport other design activities, including peer reviews as demand necessitates.\nOther activities as required to support the growing business.\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience.\nRelevant experience with rocket motors, solid propulsion elements, and structural interfaces.\nProficiency with computer-aided design and analysis tools.\nStrong understanding of design for additive manufacturing including material and design limitations of metal additive processes.\nStrong engineering fundamentals including in-depth knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and structural mechanics. Understanding of thermal and ablative properties of internal insulator and nozzle materials\nEffective communication skills are crucial for collaborating with cross-functional teams, presenting design concepts, and documenting work.\nThis position requires that the employee be eligible and maintain eligibility for a Secret Clearance.\nDesired Experience:\nMaster’s degree in a technical discipline such as mechanical or aerospace engineering.\nHands-on experience supporting rapid product development.\nExperience designing hardware for high-rate production including automated processes.\nFamiliarity with composite overwrap and filament winding design and analysis.\nExperience with Siemen’s NX and Ansys software packages.\nDoD Secret Security Clearance or higher. Proficiency in CLWire, SPP, or similar ballistic analysis tools \nProficiency in Matlab, Python, C++, Fortran, or similar programming languages \nColorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $105,840 - $132,300, 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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