Senior Mission Integration Engineer
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About the job
## 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. Delivering a qualified product is just the beginning.
The Senior Mission Integration Engineer is central to customer mission success starting with engine delivery and contract execution through flight. You will be the engine technical expert on-site to assist customers with integration, operation, testing and flight of Ursa engines.
Typical assignments include: acting as the point of contact for customer integration and contract maintenance, establishing and ensuring compliance to the Interface Control Document (ICD), authoring and executing integrated test procedures, engine inspections, hardware troubleshooting, briefing technical issues to the customer and providing overall program status, and supporting test and flight campaigns on-location.
A successful candidate will be eager to learn about rocket engines, enjoy hands-on work and solving complex problems, enjoy work-related travel, and be comfortable communicating technical and programmatic information to customers. ## 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 - Passion for developing customer relationships and ensuring mission success - Attention to detail, curiosity, and relentless in resolving problems - Hands-on experience with aerospace hardware - Comfortable working in fast-paced, startup environment - Willing to spend up to 30% of the year on travel 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 appropriately Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $120,000 - $150,000, 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.
From Ursa Major's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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American-built propulsion: liquid rocket engines and solid rocket motors.
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