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Propulsion

Senior Turbomachinery Engineer

Ursa Major logoUrsa Major$112,000–$140,000/yrBerthoud, Colorado, United StatesPosted 3mo ago

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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. Our products and technologies require an extraordinary team.

A team that will mold tomorrow’s technologies while deploying today’s best. We are an intrinsically motivated team that has a passion for solving problems and empowering each other every day to develop our skills, knowing that there is always room for growth.

As a senior turbopump engineer you will be a key member of a small and talented team working toward refining our turbomachinery technology across multiple engine platforms. You will own portions of the turbopump technology and provide an active voice in engine test and development. You will report to the Manager of Turbomachinery Core Technology.

This is a hybrid position based out of Berthoud, Colorado with the expectation to work on-site 2-3-days per week. ## Responsibilities: - You will support conceptual design and development of new Turbomachinery as the subject matter expert in one or more key areas.

You will perform the necessary design trades, preliminary design work and analysis to support this. - You will collaborate with the Turbomachinery Design team to put together high performing state of the art new turbomachinery detailed designs that are manufacture-able and flight ready. - You will support existing Ursa Major Turbomachinery where applicable to troubleshoot performance or reliability issues in your area(s) of expertise. ## Required Qualifications: - Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering. - 2+ years' experience in turbomachinery design and development with 5+ years' experience in an engineering discipline. - 2+ years’ experience working with CAD software, preferably Siemens NX or PTC Creo. - Comfortable working in fast-paced, startup environment. - Significant experience / technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: Rotor dynamics; balancing fundamentals - Turbine stage aero-mechanical design - Hydrodynamic design of pumps / inducers etc - Turbomachinery detailed layout and design - Experience in a Turbomachinery related analysis software (ANSYS FEA, CFD or other specialized software as applicable) ## Desired Skills and Experience: - Experience with structural and thermal analysis using Ansys FEA software - Proficient major industry CFD software (CFX, Fluent etc ) - Experience in liquid rocket engine, design, test or analysis Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $112,000 - $140,000, 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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