Senior Ordnance Design Engineer - Hypersonics

Pow.bio; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful long-term equity

Four weeks of paid time off

Comprehensive health benefits

Monthly fitness stipend

Catered meals during busy periods

Job summary

Pow.bio is seeking a Senior Warhead Design Engineer to design and develop next-generation hypersonic weapon systems, emphasizing safety and performance. You will lead the entire design process and collaborate with various teams to ensure integration into hypersonic strike vehicles.

Ideal candidates have a deep background in ordnance design, familiarity with relevant military standards, and strong communication skills. Benefits include generous paid time off, comprehensive health care, and long-term equity opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in ordnance or energetics design, analysis, and test.
• Familiarity with DoD and NASA standards.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and qualification of ordnance systems.
• Define requirements for mechanical, electrical, and software integration.
• Manage supplier engagement and component selection.

Skills

Ordnance design experience

Energetics analysis

Strong communication skills

Hands-on test experience

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA tools

Job description

Pow.bio is seeking a Senior Warhead Design Engineer to design and develop next-generation hypersonic weapon systems, emphasizing safety and performance. You will lead the entire design process and collaborate with various teams to ensure integration into hypersonic strike vehicles.

Ideal candidates have a deep background in ordnance design, familiarity with relevant military standards, and strong communication skills. Benefits include generous paid time off, comprehensive health care, and long-term equity opportunities.