Ursa Major

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Total Offices: 3
330 Total Employees
Year Founded: 2015

What's It Like to Work at Ursa Major?

Updated on June 08, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

General Market Perception

Ursa Major has proudly earned a reputation as a great place to work; employees feel a sense of value and agency to accomplish goals within the organization and appreciate the strong culture the company has to offer. In 2023, Built In named Ursa Major to its “Best Places to Work” list in Colorado, and again in 2026 for both its Colorado and Washington D.C. locations. This list is generated using an algorithm that considers compensation, benefits, and weighs criteria like flexible work opportunities and culture, underscoring the overall value that the company has to offer to its employees across the board.

Ursa Major Employee Reviews

"I usually compare working here to having a group of friends and we're all helping to restore a classic car in one of our buddies' garages.......except it's a freakin' rocket engine!"

Chaka
Chaka, Master Propulsion Technician
Chaka, Master Propulsion Technician

I spend every day working on one of the most important problems that we face as a society: creating reliable and affordable methods of getting to space. I am also surrounded by the most amazing, passionate, and interesting people that I’ve ever met.

Connor
Connor, Manufacturing Quality Engineer
Connor, Manufacturing Quality Engineer

What People Are Saying About Ursa Major

  • Mission & Purpose: Teams build and test flight-proven propulsion used in hypersonics, space mobility, and launch, creating visible real‑world impact. Frequent hot‑fires and flight activity make the mission tangible day to day.
  • Team Support: Colleagues are often seen as collaborative, caring, and willing to help, fostering strong camaraderie. Regular recognition and social events reinforce a supportive, values‑driven culture.
  • Benefits & Perks: The package includes equity, a 401(k) with match, comprehensive health coverage, and unlimited PTO with additional company‑wide breaks. Relocation assistance and flexible scheduling options are also highlighted.

Ursa Major's Awards

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Ursa Major's Benefits

Established employee awards to honor work and contributions

Promote from within

Provides customized development tracks

Hosts in-person all-hands meetings

Implements team-based strategic planning

Open office floor plan to encourage communication and collaboration

Uses an OKR operational model to clearly define goals and priorities

Utilizes an open door policy that encourages accessibility

Offers a remote work program

Utilizes a flexible work schedule