Senior Test Technician

**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.

** Senior Test Technician – Solid Rocket Motors **

This position will support our Galeton and Berthoud Test Facilities

Ursa Major is seeking a senior-level, hands-on, and safety-conscious Test Technician with a dual focus:

• Lead test site infrastructure and equipment buildout and maintenance, and

• Executing static fire campaigns for solid rocket motors with precision and urgency.

This role is ideal for an experienced process, fabrication, or GSE technician with a strong foundation in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, and infrastructure buildout — who also plays a direct, high-impact role in test execution. You'll work with hazardous, energetic materials and high-performance propulsion systems in a fast-paced, outdoor, and dynamic environment. Success demands a disciplined approach to safety, technical excellence, and the ability to perform under pressure. If you're mechanically inclined and thrive in high-stakes, fast-moving settings, this role offers a direct path to contributing to cutting-edge rocket engine development through hands-on test operations.

** Key Responsibilities **

** Test Infrastructure Build & Industrial Maintenance **

• Lead the build-out, modification, and maintenance of test stands, fluid panels, control systems, mechanical fixtures, and facility utilities.

• Set the tone for cleanliness, organization, and readiness standards of tools, workshops, and test stands to ensure safe and efficient operations

• Fabricate or modify mechanical hardware, fixtures, and tooling to support test activities

• Operate hand tools, power tools, lifts, and other heavy equipment including (lifts, mills, welders, forklifts) etc. to assemble or disassemble test infrastructure

• Perform regular maintenance, calibration, and repair of support equipment, sensors, plumbing, and tooling; troubleshoot faults that impact test readiness

• Support facility upgrades and layout planning alongside engineering and test operations

** Test Preparation & Execution **

• Operate and maintain test systems, including mechanical structures, fluid systems, instrumentation, and data acquisition hardware

• Collaborate with engineers to prepare for static fires by installing test articles, ground support equipment, and instrumentation, owning tools and special equipment prep

• Execute test procedures, perform system checks, and troubleshoot real-time issues during testing

• Document test results, inspections, and maintenance logs in a clear and traceable format

** Safety Discipline **

• Hold the broader team accountable to high safety standards

• Demonstrate extreme attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols when handling, staging, and integrating energetic materials and rocket motor components

• Attend safety briefings and lead hazard identification and mitigation efforts

• Maintain all required training and certifications, including explosives safety

** Continuous Improvement & Cross-Functional Support **

• Set the tone for safety, precision, and professionalism on-site; lead by example and coach less experienced technicians and engineers.

• Participate in design reviews and readiness meetings to represent infrastructure and technician perspectives.

• Contribute to hazard reviews, mitigations, and compliance for test and fabrication work.

• Provide occasional support to build support equipment or integration tasks outside the test area

** Required Qualifications **

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 4–8 years of experience in test operations, industrial/facility maintenance, or mechanical fabrication in aerospace, defense, or heavy industry

• Strong skills in mechanical systems, piping/plumbing, welding, or fabrication

• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure or GSE issues independently

• Ability to obtain explosive permits from the ATF and Colorado Department of Labor and Employment

** Preferred Qualifications **

• Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or Mechanical disciplines

• Experience supporting energetic systems or propulsion testing environments

• Competency with instrumentation and controls (e.g., thermocouples, pressure transducers, DAQ)

• Certifications: HAZMAT, OSHA 30, rigging, forklift, aerial lift, or crane operations

• Familiarity with CAD, work order tracking systems, and maintenance documentation tools

** Physical & Work Environment Requirements **

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding work in outdoor and industrial environments

• Comfortable working around high-pressure systems, noise, hazardous, and energetic materials

• Willingness to work occasional off-shift or weekend hours based on operational need

• Valid driver’s license required

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $35.70 - $44.25, 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 Non-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
• Equity Grants in the Company

**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.