# Business Operations Manager at Ursa Major

> United States · Manager · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Aursamajor%3A4744616005 (read 2026-11-05).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Ursa Major](https://alderhq.app/companies/ursa-major)
- Location text: Berthoud, Colorado; Berthoud, Colorado
- Where it can be done from (inferred): United States (evidence: "Location: Berthoud, Colorado; Berthoud, Colorado")
- Posted: 2026-10-16 (20 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-02 · last verified: 2026-11-04
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://ursamajor.com/careers/?gh_jid=4744616005

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: $140k–$175k per year (from the description)

## Description (the employer's text)

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.

### The Role

The Business Operations Manager serves as the President’s right hand, connecting financial, operational, and strategic efforts across the company. You’ll take on a wide range of high-impact, one-off projects, turning complex information into clear, decision-ready insights that help the President make faster, more accurate calls to grow the business.

### What You’ll Do

- Act as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to the President
- Lead cross-functional projects spanning finance, operations, and strategy
- Gather, analyze, and synthesize data into concise briefings, dashboards, and recommendations
- Drive priority initiatives from scoping through execution and follow-up
- Prepare materials for leadership meetings, board discussions, and key customer and partner engagements
- Identify bottlenecks and opportunities across the business and push for resolution
- Keep the President’s agenda focused on the highest-leverage decisions
### What You Bring

- 5+ years in management consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy, or a high-growth operating role
- Strong financial and analytical skills, with comfort building models and working with messy data
- Ability to distill complexity into clear, compelling presentations
- Proven record of managing multiple priorities and delivering with minimal direction
- Excellent judgment, discretion, and communication skills
- Defense, aerospace, or manufacturing experience is a plus
- Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance (if applicable)
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $140,000 - $175,000, 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 Exempt

### Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)

- 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
- EAP Program
- Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match
How To Apply:

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.

NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.

Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents).

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

We’re an equal-opportunity employer. You will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

No outside recruiters, please.

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