Senior Ballistics Analyst

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.

Role Overview

The Senior Ballistician will support the research, design, analysis, test, and evaluation efforts that define the performance of the next generation of SRM technologies. As a Senior Ballistician, you will provide technical analysis results, inputs to design & manufacturing, and deliver innovative solutions to the complex ballistic and energetic challenges facing the industry.

Key Responsibilities

Perform ballistics analysis to meet programmatic requirements and inform/validate design

Develop, refine, and validate computational methods and tools to predict and analyze propellant performance and rocket motor ballistic performance

Perform test data review and be capable of drawing meaningful conclusions to influence future designs

Assist in preparing and presenting technical ballistic results to government partners and customers with the ability to explain the results

Support in the characterization, testing, and modeling of energetic materials

Support rapid response failure investigations, failure analysis and facilitate production deviation closures to meet engineering requirements and mission objectives

Collaborate with the systems, design, and manufacturing teams to ensure motor performance meets performance requirements while remaining manufacturable

Organize/prepare/present major program efforts and findings to internal and external customers, including government and commercial entities

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

4+ years of experience in Solid Rocket Motors, ballistics, or engineering design/analysis

Demonstrated technical work experience in energetics performance analysis

Experience with experimental design and data analysis

Proficiency in CLWire, SPP, or similar ballistic analysis tools

Familiarity with control theory and its application to engineering problems

Experience working with cross-functional teams, interfacing with internal/external customers

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

Master’s degree in a relevant technical discipline

Proficiency in Matlab, Python, C++, Fortran, or similar programming languages

Hands-on experience with program/project work in applied R&D and/or production support

Familiarity with combustion instability phenomena

A strong background in fluid mechanics and/or compressible flow

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $107,000 - $134,000, 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. Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents). 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.