Propulsion Technician 2
Ursa Major
Propulsion Technician 2
Ursa Major
Develops launch-ready propulsion engines for space
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.
The Propulsion Technician II serves as a technical leader within Build Operations, supporting development and production propulsion hardware. This role owns complex integration activities, leads technical troubleshooting efforts, and provides advanced system-level expertise across propulsion programs. Senior Propulsion Technicians work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Operations leadership to resolve high-risk hardware issues and improve propulsion build processes.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead complex propulsion system builds and engine-level integrations
- Diagnose and resolve multi-disciplinary system failures
- Serve as cross-program SME on propulsion systems and high-risk processes
- Lead technical root cause investigations in partnership with ME and Engineering
- Provide advanced mentorship and skill development for technicians
- Support non-standard builds and rapid development efforts
- Identify systemic process weaknesses and drive corrective improvements
- Validate technical readiness for major integration or test milestones
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of propulsion, aerospace, or complex high-consequence hardware experience
- Demonstrated mastery of propulsion system architecture and fluid systems
- Proven ability to troubleshoot integrated system-level failures
- Experience supporting development campaigns and complex test operations
- Strong cross-functional communication and influence capability
- Demonstrated mentorship and technical leadership experience
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $30.46 – $38.07 hourly, 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)
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.
Develops launch-ready propulsion engines for space
Ursa Major Technologies designs, tests, and manufactures propulsion systems for aerospace, focusing on engines for space launch vehicles and hypersonic applications. Its propulsion engines are designed, tested, and then sold or licensed to customers as launch-ready systems that can be integrated into rockets or hypersonic platforms for dependable liftoff. The company differentiates itself by delivering reliable, cost-effective engines that are ready-to-deploy, targeting both commercial and governmental clients to reduce the risk of launch failures. Its goal is to power the future of space exploration and hypersonic travel by providing engines that balance performance, reliability, and cost to help customers overcome financial, technical, and time barriers to propulsion development.
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