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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Solid Missile Systems - **Company:** Ursa Major - **Location:** Berthoud, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $88,000.0 - $130,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), SolidWorks (CAD), Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Minitab, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Siemens NX, JMP (Statistical Software) - **Published:** July 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5eafaa5fb286082f ## About the Role * Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field., * Minimum of 6years in a manufacturing or process engineering role, developing and deploying new production processes and equipment. * Proven hands-on experience with powder or particulate material processing in a production environment, such as: * + Milling, grinding, jet milling, micronization, classification, sieving, blending, or spray drying. * Demonstrated process ownership in a production environment: * + Defined, controlled, and improved processes at scale. + Implemented and controlled changes via formal documentation and change-control systems. * Experience in at least one of the following: * + Solid rocket motor or energetics manufacturing (propellant mixing, casting, curing, machining, powder handling); or + Chemical, pharmaceutical, battery materials, metal powder, or other materials processing involving strict safety, quality, and regulatory controls., + Particle technology: particle size distribution, morphology, flow behavior, segregation, packing, bulk density. + Milling and classification operations: mill selection, operating principles, scale-up considerations. + Process safety for combustible dusts, oxidizers, and/or energetic materials: dust explosion hazards, static control, inerting, ventilation. * Proficiency with: * + Root cause analysis methodologies (5-Whys, Fishbone, FMEA). + Basic statistical tools for process analysis (e.g., SPC, capability analysis), using software such as Minitab, JMP, or equivalent. * Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to generate clear work instructions and to train technicians and operators. * Strong proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Siemens NX, CATIA) for tooling, fixtures, and simple equipment design. * Excellent project management skills: able to scope, plan, and execute development and qualification activities with clear milestones and deliverables. Desired Qualifications * Education: Master of Science (M.S.) in a relevant engineering discipline. * Direct experience in solid rocket motor manufacturing, specifically one or more of: * + Powder handling and conveyance systems for oxidizers or energetic materials. + Milling and particle size reduction (e.g., jet mills, ball mills, pin mills) for oxidizers or fine powders. * Previous experience in the aerospace, defense, or energetics industry, particularly with solid rocket motor manufacturing (insulation, propellant, case winding, or similar processes). * Hands-on experience with: * + Dust collection and explosion protection systems (e.g., NFPA-compliant systems, explosion vents, suppression systems, explosion isolation devices). * Familiarity with: * + Relevant NFPA standards for combustible dusts and oxidizers. + AS9100, ISO 9001, or other quality management systems in a highly regulated industry. + Lean / Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or above preferred). ## Description Process Ownership & Development * Serve as the Process Owner for AP milling and associated powder-handling operations * Lead hands-on troubleshooting alongside technicians and engineers on the production floor to resolve complex manufacturing issues, stabilize, and improve processes. * Develop, maintain, and enforce process documentation, including: * + Manufacturing Process Specifications (MPS) + Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) + Work Instructions * Define and maintain Critical Process Parameters for AP milling (e.g., particle size distribution, moisture content, bulk density, contamination levels, flowability). * Own process change control: * + Initiate, justify, and implement process changes via formal ECN mechanisms. + Perform risk assessments (FMEA, HAZOP) for proposed changes. + Plan and manage validation and requalification activities following changes. * Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma to support: * + New propellant formulations and motor programs + Scale-up from development to production volumes + Reductions in cycle time, scrap, and variability * Specify and optimize milling equipment and conditions: * + Mill type selection (e.g., jet mills, ball mills, pin mills, hammer mills) + Operating parameters (feed rates, rotor speeds, classifier settings, media selection, temperature control) * Design, develop, and validate new manufacturing processes and equipment to meet design specifications, safety standards, and production rate requirements for AP milling. * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to manufacturing engineers and technicians, promoting best practices in process control, problem solving, and operational excellence. Safety, Environmental & Regulatory Compliance * Lead in establishing and maintaining process safety for energetic and oxidizer handling, with a focus on fine powder hazards. * Perform and update Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), HAZOPs, and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) for AP milling and related processes. * Define safe operating envelopes for AP milling (e.g., temperature limits, inert atmosphere requirements, static control, equipment interlocks). * Ensure compliance with relevant military/industry standards and regulations for energetic materials, oxidizers, and combustible dusts (e.g., applicable NFPA and OSHA requirements). * Support incident/near-miss investigations and implement corrective and preventive actionsOther duties as assigned ## Related Videos - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [XR Demystified: Separating Facts from Fiction in 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1117-xr-demystified-separating-facts-from-fiction-in-2024) - [Google Gemma and Open Source AI Models - Clement Farabet](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1354-google-gemma-and-open-source-ai-models-clement-farabet) - [How to Domain Model – An example from manufacturing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/742-how-to-domain-model-an-example-from-manufacturing) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)