Ursa Major was founded to address a critical shortfall in the U.S. industrial base and bring a new model to aerospace and defense systems: we design and manufacture the world’s leading propulsion systems for space, hypersonic applications, and missile systems.
Our products and technologies require an extraordinary team – a team that will mold tomorrow’s technologies while deploying today’s best. We are an intrinsically motivated team that has a passion for solving problems and empowering each other every day to develop our skills, knowing that there is always room for growth.
Weekend shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 6:00am – 6:30pm
You will be part of a fast-paced, focused, and highly cohesive machining team. You will contribute to machining critical hardware and improving the impact that internal machining has on Ursa Major’s knowledge base and engine programs. Ursa Major Technologies seeks to be the best at what we do, and a drive for rapid learning and improvement is expected of the entire team. You will report to the Operations Team.
Responsibilities:
- Operate CNC equipment to machine critical, tight-tolerance aerospace components
- Run & maintain equipment including 3 and 5 axis mills, mill-turning machines, and live tooling equipped lathes
- Produce & inspect prototype, R&D, and one-off parts
- Support high paced output of development hardware, reworks, and part modifications
- Assistance with all shop related operations including tooling & work holding creation & procurement, equipment cleaning & maintenance, etc.
Required Qualifications:
- Must be able to work 12-hour shifts on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays consistently.
- 5+ years experience in a machining environment
- Experience operating CNC equipment (lathe or mill)
- Demonstrated critical thinker with attention to detail
Desired Experience:
- General understanding of GD&T
- Experience in an aerospace machining environment is a plus
- Familiar with common inspection tools and how to use them
- General understanding of machining strategies and tooling
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $30.00 - 42.00/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:
- 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
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.
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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