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 Materials Engineer will provide sustaining support on both production and development programs, enabling Ursa Major to sell engines and develop advanced next generation engines. You will support a broad set of manufacturing processes for metals (additive, forging, casting, forming, extrusion, plating, brazing, anodization, passivation). You will work alongside the Advanced Manufacturing and Materials group to build out a small internal materials lab capable of tackling problems impeding design, development, and test.

Responsibilities

: Support design and manufacturing through materials selection, failure analysis, manufacturing process development, and discrepancy resolution Author and maintain materials standards and specifications Coordinate and/or conduct materials testing in support of development and production needs.

Requirements

for future programs based on contractual

Work with manufacturing engineering to develop and maintain design “allowables” for additively manufactured materials Engage with suppliers to qualify new materials and processes, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and internal specifications Prepare technical reports, white papers, and presentations to communicate findings to internal stakeholders and external partners Evaluate trade-offs between in-house testing and outsourced testing, considering cost, schedule, capability, and long-term equipment investment

Required Qualifications

: Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering 5+ years in a metals materials engineering roles the aerospace industry Previous experience with refectory metals, ceramic, ablative composite, and graphite materials.

Compensation

range of this role, which is $108,000 - $135,800, 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.

Benefits

Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for

) 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&