Propulsion Engineer II (Vehicle)

The role

This person will support the technical definition, integration, and execution of propulsion systems for hypersonic vehicles. The role involves propulsion design, vehicle integration, systems engineering, and test from early concept through flight demonstration and production transition.

What you will do

• Clean sheet design and analysis of fluid and mechanical vehicle components
• Leverage first-principles engineering to drive design and technical decisions
• Support rapid development cycles including testing, data analysis and hands-on hardware work
• Design modifications of existing components and prototypes
• Support test planning and execution, including ground and flight test support
• Participate in failure investigations, nonconformance resolution, and continuous design improvement
• Assembly and testing of first article prototypes
• Collaborate with manufacturing, analysis, and test teams
• Work with other engineers on component design, system sizing, and architecture
• Interface with customers and external partners during design reviews and meetings

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in propulsion systems engineering or propulsion-focused vehicle development
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer aided design and drafting
• Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5
• Working knowledge of and hands-on experience with fluid, mechanical, and electrical systems
• Desire to take ownership and help wherever needed on the team
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay flexible
• Excellent problem solving, task management, and communication skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field
• Desire to take ownership of multiple projects at once
• 2+ years of Siemens NX CAD programs and Windchill PLM software
• Experience leading design reviews to communicate design decisions and trades
• Experience in design and analysis of tanks, structures or fluids
• Coordination with analysis and lead engineers to quickly mature designs
• Demonstrated proficiency with basic principles of design for manufacturing
• Ability to make sound technical decisions under schedule and performance pressure
• Experience operating in ISO 9001 or AS9100 certified organizations
• Strong understanding of industry standards and requirements

Benefits

• 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&D
• Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
• EAP Program
• Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents)
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

About the company

Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how America and its allies access and apply high-performance propulsion. They design and deliver propulsion and defense systems for national security demands.