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Staff Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Ursa Major · Berthoud · United States

Full time USD 130k–161k / year Posted Open until 19 Oct 2026

The job, in the employer's words

 

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. 

We are seeking a Staff Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to own sensor selection and implementation of automated control and data acquisition systems. To succeed in this role, you will need to develop deep understanding of processes across Ursa Major’s product lines. You will be highly collaborative with Manufacturing, Test, Quality, Safety, and product owners. The scope of work will be from benchtop test fixtures to facility-scale equipment.

The role will focus on developing industry leading production equipment utilizing the cRIO/PXI platforms as headless controllers and DAQ for high-speed applications. These systems will be integrated into Ursa Major’s SCADA and digital manufacturing layers. You will also develop LabVIEW programs to operate collaboratively with PLCs for validation and development activities.

Responsibilities:

  • Be part of a team designing safety-first systems handling hazardous fluids, powders, and energetics mixtures, as well as high pressures and voltages
  • Gain deep understanding of functional test requirements of propulsion subassemblies/components to deliver industry-leading production equipment
  • Lead selection of instrumentation across a wide range of test applications and
  • Lead development of headless-operating cRIO/PXI connected to SCADA layer and
  • Lead development of LabVIEW programs that allows parallel operation & process validation with Siemens S7 PLCs and enable development operations.
  • Participate in equipment development with consideration of product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits
  • Be hands-on during commissioning, working alongside engineers and technicians
  • Generate documentation including operator manuals, and work instructions for operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance
  • Contribute to internal production equipment standards and requirements documentation
  • Implement networked communications standards to interconnect NI and Siemens hardware together and to the SCADA layer

Requirements: 

  • 8+ years of experience with test/process system design or related role
  • BS degree or higher in an engineering field, Mechatronic/chemical/mechanical preferred (suitable experience may be substituted)
  • Experience developing headless operating cRIO/PXI systems
  • Experience LabVIEW programs integrating non-NI hardware
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work flexibly in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with other functions and departments
  • Demonstrated ability to balance requirements of multiple stakeholders and deliver projects on time
  • Ability to perform physical tasks including standing for long periods, working on ladders, kneeling, crouching, working in tight spaces, lifting objects up to 25 lbs.

Preferred Experience:

  • Demonstrated first-principals approach to instrumentation and process equipment
  • Experience working with PLCs (Siemens S7 or other)
  • Experience with Ignition SCADA & HMI
  • Experience with OPCUA, EtherCat, Profinet, or similar
  • Experience with continuous and batch process system design
  • Experience in production within ISO 9001 or AS9100 certified organizations
  • Experience creating electrical schematics in CAD (Eplan or similar)
  • Experience creating P&ID (Eplan or similar)
  • Experience designing and building industrial electrical control panels
  • Experience designing and building high pressure fluid systems
  • Experience with equipment validation, IQ, OQ, PQ, Gauge R&R, or other
  • Familiarity with NFPA, NEC, ASME piping codes, and other related standards

 

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $130,000 - $161,000, 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.
 

Requirements mentioned

  • 8+ years of experience with test/process system design or related role
  • BS degree or higher in an engineering field, Mechatronic/chemical/mechanical preferred (suitable experience may be substituted)
  • Experience developing headless operating cRIO/PXI systems
  • Experience LabVIEW programs integrating non-NI hardware
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work flexibly in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with other functions and departments
  • Demonstrated ability to balance requirements of multiple stakeholders and deliver projects on time
  • Ability to perform physical tasks including standing for long periods, working on ladders, kneeling, crouching, working in tight spaces, lifting objects up to 25 lbs.

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