Design Engineer, Solid Rocket Motor (SRM)

xbowsystems; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

X-Bow Systems in Huntsville is seeking a Design Engineer to advance Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) designs from concept through testing. You will work with Chief Engineers and cross-disciplinary teams to mature preliminary SRM concepts and support DACs.

You'll evaluate manufacturing methods, perform trade studies, document results, and help develop safety protocols. The role requires 5–10 years SRM design experience, a Mechanical Engineering degree, and the ability to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of SRM design experience, preliminary analysis, and testing.
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Demonstrated experience with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with ASME Y14.100 and ASME Y14.5.

Responsibilities

• Digest complex customer requirements with diverse teams.
• Mature preliminary SRM concept designs with Chief Engineers.
• Support Design Analysis Cycles (DACs) regularly.
• Evaluate and implement advanced manufacturing techniques for agile design.
• Perform trade studies and down-select options.
• Organize and track Mass Growth Allowance (MGA).
• Document design processes, results, and findings for stakeholders.
• Contribute to manufacturing work instructions, testing procedures and safety protocols.
• Stay up-to-date with propulsion trends and SRM technology.

Skills

SRM design

Mechanical design

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Fusion 360

PTC Creo

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

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

Location: Huntsville

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.

SRM Design Engineer Responsibilities:

• Work with diverse teams to digest complex customer requirements.
• Work with Chief Engineers to mature preliminary SRM concept designs.
• Support Design Analysis Cycles (DACs) on a regular cadence.
• 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