Machinist II Weekend Shift

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. 

You will be part of a fast-paced, focused, and highly cohesive machining team. You will contribute to machining critical hardware and improving the impact that internal machining has on Ursa Major’s knowledge base and engine programs. Ursa Major seeks to be the best at what we do, and a drive for rapid learning and improvement is expected of the entire team. You will report to the Operations Team. 

Responsibilities: 

• Operate CNC equipment to machine critical, tight-tolerance aerospace components 

• Run & maintain equipment including 3 and 5 axis mills, mill-turning machines, and live tooling equipped lathes 

• Produce & inspect prototype, R&D, and one-off parts 

• Support high paced output of development hardware, reworks, and part modifications 
  
  


• Assistance with all shop related operations including tooling & work holding creation & procurement, equipment cleaning & maintenance, etc. 

 Required Qualifications: 

• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays consistently.  

• 5+ years experience in a machining environment 

• Experience operating CNC equipment (lathe or mill) 

• Demonstrated critical thinker with attention to detail 

 Desired Experience: 

• General understanding of GD&T 

• Experience in an aerospace machining environment is a plus 

• Familiar with common inspection tools and how to use them 

• General understanding of machining strategies and tooling 

Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $28.22 - $34.50 per hour (weekend and 2nd shift positions are eligible for a shift differential), 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 Non-Exempt