Avionics Design Manager

Job overview

The Avionics Design Manager role is onsite in Boulder, CO, with a base compensation range of $160,000–$200,000 per year. Ursa Major develops propulsion and defense systems for aerospace and national security applications. The manager leads a multidisciplinary avionics engineering team delivering FPGA, firmware, software, and test solutions through development, qualification, and production. The role coordinates technical execution, staffing, schedules, and cross-functional work to meet program requirements.

What you'll do

• Lead FPGA design and verification, firmware/software development, and avionics test engineering. Manage development, integration, verification, qualification, and production transition
• set engineering processes and technical direction
• plan staffing and resources
• track schedules, risks, and milestones
• coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Program Management
• and oversee subcontractors and suppliers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

ursa major

boulder co

avionics design manager

aerospace

defense systems

fpga

firmware

avionics test engineering

engineering leadership

hardware-in-the-loop

u.s. person

$160k–$200k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Unlimited paid time off, paid parental and adoptive leave, medical, dental and vision insurance, HSA/FSA, disability and life coverage, EAP, 401(k) match, and equity grants.

Why this role

The posting requires U.S. Person status for work subject to ITAR/EAR and eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

About the employer

Ursa Major is hiring for this role. Industry: Aircraft Manufacturing. Sector: 33.