# Senior Ballistics Analyst at Ursa Major

Senior Ballistics Analyst at Ursa Major in Berthoud, Colorado. Full-time, paying $107k–$134k. Posted August 18, 2026.

- Company: Ursa Major
- Location: Berthoud, Colorado
- Job type: Full-time
- Pay: $107k–$134k
- Experience: 4+ years
- Posted: 2026-08-18
- Apply: https://ursamajor.com/careers/?gh_jid=4725503005
- Source: https://jobmagic.ai/jobs/senior-ballistics-analyst-ursa-major-fmmf5r

## Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

## 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. 
**Role Overview** 

The **Senior Ballistician** will support the research, design, analysis, test, and evaluation efforts that define the performance of the next generation of SRM technologies. As a Senior Ballistician, you will provide technical analysis results, inputs to design & manufacturing, and deliver innovative solutions to the complex ballistic and energetic challenges facing the industry. 

 

**Key Responsibilities** 

- Perform ballistics analysis to meet programmatic requirements and inform/validate design 

- Develop, refine, and validate computational methods and tools to predict and analyze propellant performance and rocket motor ballistic performance 

- Perform test data review and be capable of drawing meaningful conclusions to influence future designs 

- Assist in preparing and presenting technical ballistic results to government partners and customers with the ability to explain the results 

- Support in the characterization, testing, and modeling of energetic materials 

- Support rapid response failure investigations, failure analysis and facilitate production deviation closures to meet engineering requirements and mission objectives 

- Collaborate with the systems, design, and manufacturing teams to ensure motor performance meets performance requirements while remaining manufacturable 

- Organize/prepare/present major program efforts and findings to internal and external customers, including government and commercial entities 

- Other duties as assigned 

 

**Required Qualifications** 

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field 

- 4+ years of experience in Solid Rocket Motors, ballistics, or engineering design/analysis 

- Demonstrated technical work experience in energetics performance analysis 

- Experience with experimental design and data analysis 

- Proficiency in CLWire, SPP, or similar ballistic analysis tools 

- Familiarity with control theory and its application to engineering problems 

- Experience working with cross-functional teams, interfacing with internal/external customers 

- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced development environment 

- **This position requires that the employee be eligible and maintain eligibility for a Secret Clearance** 

 

 **Desired Experience** 

- Master’s degree in a relevant technical discipline 

- Proficiency in Matlab, Python, C++, Fortran, or similar programming languages 

- Hands-on experience with program/project work in applied R&D and/or production support 

- Familiarity with combustion instability phenomena 

- A strong background in fluid mechanics and/or compressible flow 

 

 

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $107,000 - $134,000, 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. 

Classification: Full-time 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

 

**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.