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Liquids Test Technician II

Ursa Major · Berthoud, Colorado

Posted Jul 20, 2026

Est. total comp~$110K–$157K

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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.

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.

Ursa Major is seeking a hands-on, safety-conscious Test Technician to support the development and execution of liquid rocket engine tests. This role is critical in fabricating liquid rocket engine test stand systems, assembling test hardware, maintaining infrastructure, and working closely with engineers to execute hotfire test campaigns. If you're mechanically inclined and thrive in dynamic, high-stakes settings, this role offers a direct path to contributing to bleeding-edge rocket engine development.

Responsibilities:

Test Infrastructure Build & Maintenance:

Fabricate or modify fluid systems, mechanical hardware, fixtures, and tooling to support test activities …

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Required 2 items

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: 2+ years of experience

Preferred 13 items

Rigging

Education: Associate's degree

Skills and tools: CAD, Welding, Machining, Rigging, Data acquisition, ERP

Certifications and licenses: OSHA 10

Clearance and work authorization: Security clearance, US person (ITAR / export control), US citizenship

Other: Lift up to 50 lbs, Shift, weekend or overtime work

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Crew department: Processing

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Mass and energy balances
Process control
Materials testing
Thermal systems
Root-cause analysis

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I can do Mass and energy balances on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do Process control on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do Materials testing on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do Thermal systems on the job, or have used it in a class or project I can do Root-cause analysis on the job, or have used it in a class or project I have a project or work sample I could show an interviewer My resume is tailored to this kind of role I've practiced answering interview questions for this kind of job

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