Full-Time

Senior Machinist

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Ursa Major

Ursa Major

201-500 employees

Develops propulsion systems for aerospace industry

Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$38 - $57Hourly

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Loveland, CO, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Propulsion
Aerospace Engineering
Requirements
  • 5 years experience in an aerospace machining or manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with multi-axis & millturn machines and programming.
  • Experience with modern multi-axis CAM packages & toolpath simulation.
  • Knowledge of modern high speed machining strategies and tooling.
  • Experience with Titanium and high-Nickel aerospace alloys.
Responsibilities
  • Programming & machining of critical, tight-tolerance rocket engine components, including 3D printed components.
  • Work with challenging alloys (nickel superalloys & titanium) and develop core machining strategies for Ursa’s part portfolio.
  • Programming for milling & turning operations, operation of millturn machines.
  • Utilization of probing routines to reduce setup & time required to achieve tight tolerances.
  • Contribute to overall shop operations including tool & workholding procurement, equipment maintenance, etc.
  • Design & implement palletized, modular, or otherwise rapidly interchangeable workholding solutions for intricate components.
  • Appreciate both engineering & manufacturability challenges, provide impactful manufacturing feedback & guidance to the engineering group.
  • Work alongside quality inspection to resolve non-conformance root causes and continually improve machining yield & quality.

Ursa Major develops propulsion systems specifically for the aerospace industry, focusing on engines for space launch vehicles and hypersonic applications. Their products are designed to be reliable and cost-effective, addressing common propulsion issues that have led to launch failures in the past. Ursa Major's engines are ready for deployment, allowing clients to bypass the extensive challenges of developing high-performance engines themselves. Unlike many competitors, Ursa Major emphasizes making space more accessible by providing launch-ready solutions to a variety of clients, including private space companies and government agencies. The company's goal is to enhance space exploration and hypersonic travel by delivering engines that balance performance, reliability, and affordability.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$267M

Headquarters

Berthoud, Colorado

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

15%

2 year growth

3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for small satellite launches boosts propulsion system innovation.
  • U.S. Department of Defense investments create opportunities for propulsion system contracts.
  • Advancements in additive manufacturing enable faster, cost-effective rocket engine production.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from established aerospace companies may pressure Ursa Major's market share.
  • Reliance on additive manufacturing exposes Ursa Major to 3D printing supply chain vulnerabilities.
  • Expansion into defense markets may lead to increased regulatory scrutiny and compliance challenges.

What makes Ursa Major unique

  • Ursa Major specializes in propulsion systems for microsatellite and nanosatellite launches.
  • The company uses over 80% additive manufacturing for engine production.
  • Ursa Major offers turnkey propulsion solutions for space launch and hypersonic applications.

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