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Senior Systems Safety Engineer - Interim Hazard Classification

Ursa Major · Berthoud, Colorado

Posted about 3 months ago · $115,000 - $143,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
77 days
Ursa Major's roles stay open a median of 79 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
98% of Ursa Major's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Ursa Major
high
101 stale, 1 reposted of 101 open
Hiring momentum
128 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-24

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Ursa Major's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Ursa Major.

About this role

As a Senior Systems Safety Engineer at Ursa Major, you will be responsible for ensuring that rocket engines and propulsion systems meet safety and reliability standards. Your day-to-day tasks will include analyzing engineering hardware, reviewing safety protocols, collaborating with engineering teams, and leading safety initiatives throughout the product lifecycle. You will also prepare safety assessment reports and coordinate with regulatory bodies to maintain compliance with safety standards.

Our read on this posting3.8out of 5
benefits
4/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Ursa Major as an employer.

What you need

  • Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM)
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant Systems Engineering or Safety Engineering experience
  • Prior experience in System Safety Engineering, Systems Engineering, Explosive Safety, Software/Firmware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other Safety Engineering disciplines
  • Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. government-issued security clearance

Nice to have

  • Experience in propulsion systems, aerospace systems, or other high-performance engineering systems
  • Knowledge of aerospace safety programs and experience with standards from organizations such as NASA, FAA, or DoD
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
  • Demonstrated leadership in managing safety programs and directing teams of safety professionals
  • Experience with project management tools like Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)

What you get

  • 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

Worth weighing

  • This role requires occasional overnight shifts (about once per quarter).
  • The position is on-site, splitting time between Berthoud and Galeton, Colorado.
  • The salary range is specified but may vary based on individual qualifications. The posting emphasizes the company's culture and challenges beyond compensation.
  • The role involves significant collaboration with various stakeholders, which may require strong interpersonal skills.

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Listed by Ursa Major on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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