Senior Manufacturing Engineering Leader – Aerospace & Defense

JobCubby; Luling, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

X-Bow Systems in Luling, Texas, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead and scale our manufacturing engineering organization across assembly, propulsion, and energetics. You will drive technical strategy, mentor teams, and deliver operational manufacturing systems for mission-critical hardware.

This role requires 10+ years of progressive leadership in aerospace/defense, a strong background in manufacturing processes and digital engineering, and the ability to work onsite in Texas

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering leadership experience in aerospace/defense/advanced energy/robotics.
• Strong background in manufacturing engineering infrastructure development, digital engineering, and process improvement.
• Experience leading manufacturing programs for launch vehicles or rocket motors is preferred.
• Onsite work in Texas with travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and scale the production manufacturing engineering organization (assembly, propulsion, energetics, advanced manufacturing, mechanical/robotic systems).
• Develop and execute technical strategies to support company growth, program delivery, and operational excellence.
• Build and mentor high-performance manufacturing engineering teams, from startup phase to large-scale operations.
• Oversee the execution of complex manufacturing technology programs, including solid rocket motor manufacturing, launch vehicle production, and advanced energy systems fabrication.
• Drive manufacturing engineering infrastructure modernization, including digital engineering, collaboration tools, and facility development.
• Ensure technical rigor, process discipline, and rapid iteration in product development and manufacturing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, supply chain, program management) to deliver reliable, conforming products.
• Manage engineering budgets, schedules, and resource allocation to meet business objectives.
• Lead design reviews, test planning, and engineering governance for mission-critical hardware and systems.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Represent X-Bow Systems in customer, partner, and industry engagements.

Skills

Leadership experience

Digital engineering

Process improvement

Aerospace/defense domain experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline

Job description

X-Bow Systems in Luling, Texas, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead and scale our manufacturing engineering organization across assembly, propulsion, and energetics. You will drive technical strategy, mentor teams, and deliver operational manufacturing systems for mission-critical hardware.

This role requires 10+ years of progressive leadership in aerospace/defense, a strong background in manufacturing processes and digital engineering, and the ability to work onsite in Texas