Design Engineer, Solid Rocket Motor (SRM)

X-Bow Launch Systems Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

X-Bow Systems in Huntsville is seeking a Design Engineer to support Solid Rocket Motor design and testing. This role requires strong SRM design experience, manufacturing know-how, and proficiency in CATIA, Fusion 360, PTC Creo, SolidWorks, or NX.

You will work with cross-functional teams to mature concepts and ensure safety and quality throughout the design cycle. The engineer will perform trade studies, support DACs, and help develop manufacturing procedures and safety protocols while staying

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5-10 years SRM design experience, preliminary analysis, and testing.
• Experience with CAD tools CATIA, Fusion 360, PTC Creo, SolidWorks, NX.
• 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 DACs on a regular cadence.
• Evaluate 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.
• Develop manufacturing work instructions, testing procedures and safety protocols.
• Stay up-to-date with propulsion technology trends.

Skills

SRM design

Preliminary analysis

Manufacturing process understanding

Propulsion system integration

Team collaboration

Security clearance readiness

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