Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

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 an Additive Quality Engineer, you will play a critical role in qualifying and advancing additive manufacturing (AM) processes, machines, and parts across our internal production and external supply chain. Your primary responsibility is to ensure all AM-related activities meet stringent aerospace quality standards and are fully documented for traceability, repeatability, and regulatory compliance. You will serve as a quality lead across internal and supplier-facing projects, collaborating closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supplier quality teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the qualification of additive processes, machines, and components, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and customer requirements.
• Develop and maintain documentation packages, including process qualification reports, part qualification plans (PQP), and manufacturing process specifications (MPS).
• Conduct and document First Article Inspections (FAIs), capability studies, and root cause analyses related to AM parts.
• Serve as the quality interface with additive manufacturing suppliers, supporting audits, technical reviews, and corrective actions.
• Participate in internal development projects to mature AM processes, focusing on process capability, repeatability, and material quality.
• Own and execute AS9102 documentation, inspection planning, and risk mitigation strategies for AM parts.
• Contribute to the development of AM-specific quality standards and best practices within Ursa Major's QMS.
• Support the integration of in-situ monitoring data and non-destructive evaluation (NDE) results into the part qualification process.
• Mentor cross-functional team members on AM quality standards, documentation, and compliance.
• Travel 25% of the time to visit suppliers, headquarters, and partners for audits, inspections, and collaborative development.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or related technical field; equivalent experience considered.
• 1 - 4+ years of quality engineering experience, including experience in aerospace additive manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience with metal additive, specifically laser powder bed fusion (LPBF).
• Working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, and aerospace part qualification methodologies.
• Strong documentation skills including PQPs, MPSs, control plans, and inspection reports.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Internal or Lead Auditor for AS9100, ISO9001, or similar.
• Experience with Nadcap requirements for AM.
• Familiarity with ASTM F42 standards for additive manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with digital quality systems and PLM/QMS integration, HighQA is a plus.
• Background in both internal manufacturing and supplier quality roles.
• Experience with in-situ monitoring technologies and post-build inspection techniques such as CT scanning or metallography.

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $73,000 - $112,000, 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.

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 - Traditional 401(k) and a Roth 401(k)
• 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.

US CITIZENSHIP, PERMANENT RESIDENCY, REFUGEE OR ASYLUM STATUS IS REQUIRED.

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.

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