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Senior Mission Integration Engineer Verified today

Ursa Major · Berthoud, CO · Production · first seen 2026-10-15
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The Role

You will be the engine technical expert on-site supporting customers with Ursa rocket engine integration, operation, testing and flight. Starting at engine delivery, you will manage contract execution, lead status updates and technical reviews, ensure compliance to Interface Control Documents, execute integrated test procedures, troubleshoot hardware, and support test and flight campaigns on-location.

Responsibilities

  • Manage customer contract execution starting at customer engine build and delivery
  • Act as the day-to-day point of contact for the customer's program manager and propulsion lead
  • Lead customer status updates and milestone reviews for both programmatic and technical content
  • Present and provide technical review in customer meetings and integration reviews
  • Ensure execution of and compliance to the Interface Control Document (ICD) from Ursa and customers
  • Become a subject matter expert on vehicle propulsion systems and Ursa engines
  • Travel to customer sites and lead engine integration, supporting checkouts, and assist in test and flight campaigns
  • Review data from engine tests to support fast-paced customer test campaigns
  • Troubleshoot engine and component hardware issues in the field, develop solutions with the Ursa team and customer, and lead implementation
  • Identify and implement engine improvements focused on customer needs, risk reduction, and end-use

Required Qualifications

  • B.S. in Engineering
  • 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Hands-on experience with aerospace hardware
  • Passion for developing customer relationships and ensuring mission success
  • Attention to detail, curiosity, and relentless problem-solving
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, startup environment
  • Willing to travel 30% of the year for test and flight campaigns

Desired Experience

  • Master's degree in Engineering
  • Technical expertise in liquid rocket engine manufacturing, integration, or test
  • Technical expertise in vehicle stage systems and propulsion fluid systems
  • Flight or test operational experience
  • Strong understanding of aerospace industry standards and requirements
  • Experience in systems engineering and requirements verification
  • Experience in a mission assurance role
  • Demonstrated leadership in a customer-facing role
  • Prior experience as a project or team lead with a focus on managing schedules and delegating tasks

Compensation and Employment

Base compensation range: $120,000 - $150,000, determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Full-time Exempt position.

Benefits

  • Unlimited PTO (Vacation, Sick, Personal, 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
  • Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport options
  • EAP Program
  • 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident). Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance required.