Staff Design Engineer — Solid Propulsion & Additive

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ursa majorBerthoud (CO)

Aerospace Engineers Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Unit and Propulsion Unit Parts Manufacturing

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Ursa Major is seeking a Staff Designer to design, analyze, and qualify solid rocket motor primary and secondary structures. You will leverage additive manufacturing and NDAs to drive scalable, low-cost, reliable propulsion solutions for national security programs. The role demands leadership in design reviews, prototyping, and cross‑functional collaboration. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's in aerospace or mechanical engineering, 7+ years in rocket motors, NX/Ansys proficiency, and

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