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 in Huntsville, AL seeks a Design Engineer to advance Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) designs from concept through testing. You will perform preliminary analyses, document results, and collaborate with Chief Engineers to mature concepts while ensuring safety and GD&T compliance.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years of SRM design experience, strong CAD proficiency (CATIA, Fusion 360, PTC Creo, SolidWorks, NX), and the ability to obtain security clearance in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of SRM design experience with preliminary analysis and testing.
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.
• US Persons as defined by ITAR; must be eligible for access to controlled information.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams and documenting design processes.

Responsibilities

• Work with diverse teams to digest complex customer requirements.
• Mature preliminary SRM concept designs with Chief Engineers.
• 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 stakeholders.
• Develop manufacturing work instructions, testing procedures, and safety protocols.
• Stay up-to-date with trends in solid propulsion technologies.

Skills

SRM design

Preliminary analysis

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Safety focus

GD&T

Communication

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