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We design and deliver propulsion and defense systems that solve the most urgent and critical national security demands. \nThe Senior Design Engineer, Solid Missile Systems, is responsible for the design, analysis, and qualification of solid rocket motor primary structures as well as secondary structures and propulsion elements based on customer requirements and industry specifications. Since Ursa Major leverages additive manufacturing to a significant degree, experience with metal additive design and emerging technologies is required. Additionally, experience designing for high-rate production, automation, and reduced touch labor is essential to scalability.\nResponsibilities:\nClean sheet design of novel solid rocket motors with limited guidance from subject matter experts.\nDistill customer requirements into a 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.\nLead development campaigns to prove conceptual designs and evaluate applicability to realized products.\nProvide guidance on assembly and testing of initial prototypes and troubleshoot as required.\nReview test data to ensure the product is operating as expected and support design changes as needed.\nLead cross-functional communications to ensure designs satisfy the needs of each stakeholder.\nDevelop and maintain aggressive but achievable product schedules that proactively identify and mitigate high-risk design decisions.\nGenerate, review, and approve CAD models and drawings that are consistent with internal best practices and ASME Y14.5-2009\nProvide dispositions for discrepant hardware including supporting analysis if required.\nMaintain proper documentation of all designs including design reviews, test plans, requirements verification, customer documentation, etc.\nWork with the procurement team to ensure the supply chain can support anticipated production rates and adjust designs when significant supply chain risks are identified.\nTechnical mentor for less senior members of the team.\nAuthor guidance on design best practices and supporting formal documentation as required.\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.\nEffective communication skills are crucial for collaborating with cross-functional teams, presenting design concepts, and documenting work.\nAn understanding of insensitive munitions protocols and practices utilized in the design of solid rocket motors.\nThis position requires that the employee be eligible and maintain eligibility for a Secret Clearance.\nDesired Experience:\nMaster’s degree or PhD in in a technical discipline such as mechanical or aerospace engineering.\nExperience conducting insensitive munitions testing and product qualification.\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.\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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