Systems Engineer II - MBSE
The posting names a Secret clearance.
About the role
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 Systems Engineer II will help verify our propulsion systems are designed and perform as necessary to meet our customers’ needs. This role will be responsible for requirements development, internal design team and external customer alignment, verification and qualification planning, with a heavy focus on traceability and Model Based Systems Engineering.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the leads of all major programs in defining, validating, and maintaining requirements
- Build system-level qualification plans for Solid Rocket Motors (SRMs)
- Track requirement verification status through product development and qualification
- Review test and analysis plans and reports to assist with confirmation that requirements are met
- Support system-level risk analysis and mitigation; own and carry to closure all system-level risks
- Establish and maintain linkage between different types of systems engineering deliverables and the cross-functional teams to ensure traceability
- Develop Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) models of SRM systems and MBSE methodologies for the internal team
- Communicate with management and customers on requirement compliance at program reviews
- Integrate internal systems engineering models into customer-provided models and frameworks
- Create, manage, and train system engineering tools and processes
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- B.S. in Aerospace, Systems or Mechanical Engineering (or other related technical subject area)
- 2+ years experience applying aerospace systems engineering processes – design reviews, requirements validation and verification, failure and risk assessments
- Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS or Jama
- Experience with MBSE and Cameo
- Demonstrated organization skills
- Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationships
- Ability to interpret and influence engineering drawings, specifications, system requirements and test data
- Experience working with cross-functional teams, interfacing with internal/external customers
- Demonstrated ability to break down complex problems, strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced development environment
- This position requires that the employee be eligible and maintain eligibility for a Secret Clearance
Desired Experience
- Familiarity with government and DoD contracts and specifications
- Technical knowledge of rocket motor components and processes
- SRM or other propulsion system design, development, or test
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $97,000 - $121,000, 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 Exempt
Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for 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
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.
NOTE:Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.
Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.
We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
No outside recruiters, please.
Copied from the listing Ursa Major published, verified 31 Oct 2026.
The application
Your details and CV, then 7 questions (1 written).
- 1.Are you a US Citizen?Yes or no
- 2.If you are not a US Citizen, are you a Permanent Resident?Yes or no · optional
- 3.If you are neither a US Citizen nor a Permanent Resident, have you been granted Refugee or Asylum status by the US Government?Yes or no · optional
- 4.Why are you interested in working for Ursa Major?Written answer
- 5.Salary Expectations?Short answer
- 6.Are you comfortable working on programs directly related to US military applications?Yes or no
- 7.Are you able to work onsite at our Berthoud, Colorado office?Yes or no
Taken from the application form Ursa Major runs, verified 30 Oct 2026.
How to apply to Ursa Major: the questions its forms ask across its open roles.
About Ursa Major
American-built propulsion: liquid rocket engines and solid rocket motors.
Berthoud is Ursa Major's headquarters, where it engineers, tests and builds its rocket engines. (Source: Wikipedia, Ursa Major)
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