Mechanical Engineer (10+ years): Mechanical-Fluidic Systems

ZipRecruiter; Luling (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology company in Louisiana seeks a Mechanical Engineer to support the design and analysis of facilities for solid propellant propulsion systems. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in fluid mechanics and mechanical design, expertise in Solidworks, and hands-on troubleshooting skills. A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required, along with the ability to maintain a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in fluid mechanics analysis and mechanical design.
• Hands-on assembly and troubleshooting experience required.
• Must obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, analysis, and commissioning of manufacturing facilities.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams for requirement verifications.
• Guide processes to address anomalies and performance shortfalls.

Skills

Fluid mechanics analysis

Mechanical design

Thermal/stress analysis

Manufacturing techniques

Collaboration with Data/Automation/Controls engineers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solidworks CAD

Job description

Overview

X-Bow Systems is expanding and is looking to fill one new Senior position.

About Us

X-Bow Systems is a cutting-edge aerospace technology company focused on revolutionizing solid propellant propulsion systems for space exploration and defense applications. Our team of innovative engineers and scientists is committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in rocket propulsion.

About the Role

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will have a key role in supporting the design, analysis, component specification, integration and commissioning of facilities required for 21st century energetic material and Solid Rocket Motor manufacturing. Specifically, you will join a multi-disciplinary team responsible for all aspects of requirement verifications, upgrade and anomaly resolution, design, analysis, test, and deployment of hardware and control sub-systems related to a disruptive new method for nitrocellulose production. You will know you\'re successful in this role when you\'ve identified blockers, guided processes to address anomalies and performance shortfalls, verified requirements are satisfied and you\'ve delivered on the agreed upon master schedule while adhering to environmental and safety best practices. To thrive in this role, you must have demonstrated success in fluid mechanics analysis, mechanical design, thermal/stress analysis, and test with an aptitude for hands-on definition of industrial CONOPS and commissioning of complex industrial/chemical systems.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Design/Analysis/Manufacture and Test of components/assemblies essential to energetic materials and/or chemical processing facilities
• Demonstrated experience with common manufacturing and fabrication techniques
• Experience scoping pumps, mixers, heat exchangers, ovens, precision flow meters, etc.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with Data/Automation/Controls engineers
• 5+ years\' experience with Solidworks CAD and PDM or equivalent
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams of ~5 engineers
• Experience leading teams will be valued
• Analysis skills from notebook level to advanced simulation capturing stress, fluid flow, thermal and/or electrical power
• Demonstrated electro/mechanical hands-on assembly and trouble-shooting aptitude
• Bachelors degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
• Must be a US Person as defined by § 120.62 of the ITAR

Equal Opportunity

X-Bow Launch Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with X-Bow Launch Systems, Inc. is based on merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by veteran status, age, marital status, mental or physical status, or any other legally protected status.