Ballistics Analyst, II
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.
The Ballistics Analyst II will support the research, design, analysis, test, and evaluation efforts that define the performance of the next generation of SRM technologies. The analyst will help provide technical analysis results, inputs to design & manufacturing, and deliver innovative solutions to the complex ballistic and energetic challenges facing the industry.
- 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 design conclusions
- Assist in preparing and presenting technical ballistic results to government partners and customers with the ability to explain the results
- Support in the formulation, characterization, modeling and testing of energetic materials
- Support rapid response failure investigations, failure analysis and facilitate production deviation closures with meeting engineering requirements and mission objectives
- Organize/prepare/present major program efforts and findings to internal and external customers, including government and commercial entities
- Other duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline such as Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering
- 2+ years of experience in the field of Solid Rocket Motors or energetics
- Demonstrated technical work experience in energetics performance analysis
- Experience with experimental design and data analysis
- Experience working with cross-functional teams, interfacing with internal/external customers
- Proficiency in CLWire, SPP, or similar ballistic analysis tools
- Proficiency in Matlab, Python, C++, Fortran, or similar programming languages
- This position requires that the employee be eligible and maintain eligibility for a Secret Clearance
- Master’s degree in technical discipline such as Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering
- Technical knowledge of rocket motor components and processes
- Hands-on experience with program/project work in applied R&D and/or production support
- Experience with dynamic controls theory
- Familiarity with combustion instability phenomena
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $82,000 - $102,000, 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
- 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.
- How much does the Ballistics Analyst, II at Ursa Major pay?
- The posting lists a range of $82K–$102K per year. Ranges reflect what Ursa Major publicly declared on the source posting.
- Where is this Ballistics Analyst, II role based?
- The role is based in Berthoud, Colorado.
- What experience does Ursa Major expect for this role?
- The posting is tagged as a mid-level role, typically 3+ years of experience. Check the requirements section for specifics.
- Where is Ursa Major headquartered?
- Ursa Major is headquartered in Berthoud, USA.
- How was this posting sourced?
- This role was pulled directly from Ursa Major's Greenhouse careers site. Apply links open in the employer's own ATS — no reposts or aggregator middleware.
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