Development Technician, Inerts

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.

As Ursa Major expands into the realm of solid propulsion, we’re assembling the most innovative and nimble team to unseat the reigning players. We’re applying the latest technologies to an outdated business model that improves cost, lead time, and flexibility without impacting reliability. We must continue to build in-house capabilities in energetics, ballistics, and composites with an emphasis on novel designs focused on manufacturability and high-rate scalability.

Success in this role requires a safety-first approach, a willingness and desire to learn and an attention to detail mindset. As a part of the operations team, you will be a key component of the rocket motor development process. You will be responsible for working alongside engineering and production teams to take a product from an early developmental state to a final production readiness state.

As a front-line employee, you will have vital input on process development and continuous improvement efforts. Ability to provide engineers and other development team members with valuable feedback will allow future scalability and growth.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Inerts Dev Tech will report to the Development Team Lead and work alongside other development technicians as well as engineering teams from the development and production sides of the business as you work to bring products out of early development state and into a Low Rate In Production (LRIP) state

Inerts Dev Techs will be responsible for helping engineers red line and improve in-process work instructions while utilizing the rough drafts to build development rocket motors

Working closely with engineering during time critical processes to ensure that the required knowledge is documented and shared with all responsible parties

Working a flexible schedule that allows for unknown hurdles to be tackled as a team

Utilize moderate to advanced problem-solving skills to work across teams and improve processes while employing a self-starter mindset

Provide guidance and insight to Operations Technicians on LRIP products and problems that may arise during their work

Provide basic training on development processes as they approach a LRIP status

Provide assistance to engineering with fabricating and installing custom tooling for machines and pre-production hardware

Be an active leader in 5S and continuous improvement activities

Complete transaction in computer production systems on a daily or weekly basis

Complete certification training and maintain required certifications, as required

Join a positive and collaborative team culture that promotes product knowledge, skills development, and a desire to grow

Show up every day with a high level of urgency and enthusiasm to get the job done

Perform detailed daily record keeping and reporting

Perform Work Verifications (Second Set of Eyes)

Required Qualifications

A safety-oriented mindset with a high focus on quality and development processes

Attention to detail and situational awareness

Able to lift 50lbs without assistance

Basic knowledge of milling, turning, and other machining operations

Advanced knowledge/aptitude around mechanical systems and tools

Experience interpreting engineering drawings and designs

Experience handling hazardous chemicals and materials (beyond standard solvents)

Experience utilizing metrology instruments and tools

Experience working with engineering to develop/improve processes and standard operating procedures

2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing or development environment

Ability to wear a respirator

Desired Qualifications

Ability to be flexible and quickly adapt to changing work environments

Experience with polymerics and mixing techniques

Experience operating overhead cranes, forklifts, and pallet jacks

Self-starter with a desire to improve and work across a multi team environment

Develop and deliver on preventative maintenance programs

Flexible schedule

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $21.00- $26.00/hour, 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 Non-Exempt.

Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not el…