Ursa Major
Ursa Major

General Application

$40,000 – $250,000 per year

TLDR

Represents a general talent pipeline spanning multiple roles on the Ursa Major team, linking candidates to upcoming opportunities in aerospace propulsion and defense.

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. 

If you're interested in joining Ursa Major but not seeing an open position that's the right fit, please submit a general application here! With your application, please tell us a bit about yourself, why you're interested in joining Ursa Major, and the type of role(s) you're interested in! We'll keep your application on file and do our best to alert you when there's a matching role. In the meantime, please check our website regularly so you can apply to a role that seems like a great fit when it opens! 

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role. This posting represents a general talent pipeline that spans multiple roles on the Ursa Major team. Final compensation will be determined based on the specific role, level, and experience alignment. Estimated compensation ranges at Ursa Major range between $40,000 - $250,000, 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.

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.

Benefits

Equity Compensation

Equity Grants in the Company

Health Insurance

Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D

retirement savings plan

Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave

Paid Time Off

Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement

Ursa Major builds high-performance propulsion systems for aerospace applications, focusing on hypersonics, solid rocket motors, and satellite maneuvering. Our solutions address critical national security needs for the U.S. and its allies, combining innovative engineering with a commitment to reliability and performance.

Founded
Founded 2015
Employees
201-500 employees
Industry
defense & space
Funding stage
Series C+
Total raised
$450M raised
Last funding
Raised November 2025
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