Design Engineer, Solid Rocket Motor (SRM)

X-Bow Systems; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

X-Bow Systems is seeking a Design Engineer to support Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) programs in Huntsville, Alabama. The successful candidate will apply SRM design knowledge, preliminary analysis, and GD&T to mature concepts and ensure safety and reliability in fast-paced projects.

You will collaborate with Chief Engineers and multi-disciplinary teams, document design processes, and contribute to manufacturing instructions and testing procedures while advancing propulsion technologies.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of SRM design experience, preliminary analysis, and testing.
• Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Proficiency with CAD tools: CATIA, Fusion 360, PTC Creo, SolidWorks or NX.
• Ability to obtain security clearance and US Person status per ITAR.

Responsibilities

• Work with Chief Engineers to mature preliminary SRM concept designs.
• Evaluate and implement advanced manufacturing techniques for agile design.
• Document design processes, results, and findings for stakeholders.
• Stay up-to-date with propulsion industry trends and advancements.

Skills

SRM design

Preliminary analysis

Manufacturing processes

GD&T

ASME Y14.100

ASME Y14.5

CATIA

Fusion 360

PTC Creo

SolidWorks

NX

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Fusion 360

PTC Creo

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

Position Title: Design Engineer, Solid Rocket Motor (SRM)

Job Overview:

X-Bow Systems is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Design Engineer to support engineering efforts on Solid Rocket Systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in SRM design, preliminary analysis, general understanding of manufacturing order of operations, BOM structure, required design testing, ASME Y14.100 and GD&T, with a focus on continuous improvement, safety strategies, and best practices. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record showcasing their ability to manage complex engineering problems across one or more projects.

• Work with diverse teams to digest complex customer requirements.
• Work with Chief Engineers to mature preliminary SRM concept designs.
• Evaluate and implement advanced manufacturing techniques for agile design.
• Perform Trade Studies and weigh down-select options.
• Organize and track Mass Growth Allowance (MGA)
• Document design processes, results, and findings for internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of manufacturing work instructions, testing procedures and safety protocols.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in solid propulsion technologies.

Qualifications:

• 5-10 years of relevant SRM design experience, preliminary analysis, and testing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of fostering strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience working with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated excellence in mechanical design using CATIA, Fusion 360, PTC Creo, SolidWorks (Preferred), NX or similar.
• Thorough understanding of ASME Y14.100 and ASME Y14.5
• Familiarity with propulsion system integration and optimization.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Effective communication skills to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical team members.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety in all stages of design and testing.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.
• Must be a US Persons as defined by § 120.62 of the ITAR