Senior Test Engineer

Ursa Major’s team moves fast and does a lot with little. In this role, the Senior Test Engineer is responsible for leading a clean-sheet hydrazine thruster test stand through design, analysis, procurement, build, and commissioning and operation. We expect this technical leadership engineer to be a self-starter who understands the safety and operational concerns working with hypergolic propellants. Hands-on experience is required.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible Engineer for hydrazine thruster test stand design, procurement, and fabrication
• Lead all efforts around permitting, safety, procedures, and operation of hydrazine thruster test stand for in-space propulsion applications.
• Generate budgets and schedules for long lead items, including large scale capital expenses related to clean-sheet test stand
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineering team to advance their proficiency.
• Make strategic decisions to improve test efficiency and support long-term test goals of engine and component/system teams.
• Engage the team in the resolution of technical problems within program schedule milestones and budget. Make decisions in support of multiple programs.
• Communicate with team leadership and management on status and risks to program schedule and metrics.
• Generate and review piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID)
• Generate facility layouts

Required Qualifications:

• BS degree or higher in an engineering field (Mechanical or Chemical Engineer preferred)
• 10+ years of experience with piping, facility, or test system design
• 5+ years of experience with hypergol test stands and testing
• Strong GD&T and CAD experience (Solid Works, PTC Creo, Siemens NX)
• Familiarity with piping design software (Caesar II, Bentley AutoPipe, CaePipe)
• Hands-on experience with ASME piping codes
• Experience working with multiple engineering disciplines and technicians
• US citizenship required

Desired Qualifications:

• Able to communicate effectively, both written and verbal.
• Familiar with National Fire Protection Association, International Fire Code, International Building Code, and International Machine Code
• Familiarity with FEA software (ANSYS preferred)
• Proven track record of teamwork and team leadership
• Deep understanding of compatibility, operational hazards, and performance characteristics of Hydrazine (or similar propellant)

 Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $90,000.00 - 120,000.00, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range for this role is intentionally wide as we are evaluating individuals based on their unique experience and abilities to fit our needs. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you, and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy. Click here for more information about our awesome benefits.  

Classification: Full-time Exempt