Systems Engineering Manager, In-Space Propulsion
Ursa Major
About this role
Ursa Major is seeking a Manager of In-Space Propulsion to lead product success through technical decision-making, team management, system design, and customer engagement in the aerospace and defense industry. The role focuses on owning system design, mentoring engineering teams, and ensuring program milestones are met, with an emphasis on space propulsion systems.
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About Ursa Major
ursamajor.comIndustries
Defense
Ursa Major is an American aerospace and defense company that designs and manufactures propulsion and defense systems. Their American-built propulsion solutions are engineered to help customers "adapt quicker, strike farther, and fly faster," and are deployed across land, air, sea, and space domains. Ursa Major positions itself as a trusted supplier for defense and aerospace organizations seeking high-performance, reliable propulsion technology.
Recent company news
Defence Industry EuropeU.S. Air Force and Ursa Major demonstrate Draper liquid rocket engine in supersonic flight of Affordable Rapid Missile Demonstrator
7 hours ago
Defence BlogU.S. Air Force tests ARMD missile demonstrator
9 hours ago
The Denver PostRocket maker receives largest single job incentive award in Colorado history
Dec 18, 2025
PR NewswireUrsa Major Raises $100 Million to Scale Hypersonics, Solid Rocket Motors and Space Mobility
Nov 18, 2025
Metal Additive Manufacturing magazineChris Spagnoletti named Ursa Major CEO
3 weeks ago
About Ursa Major
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$150k – $175k
per year
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