Senior Propulsion Design Engineer – Solid Rocket Motors

Dimensions IT Services; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Firehawk Aerospace in Addison, TX is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead the design and development of solid and hybrid rocket systems. The role reports to the Design Manager and requires collaboration across design, testing, and manufacturing teams to advance production-ready propulsion solutions.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in mechanical design, with missile/rocket motor experience, and strong CAD and GD&T skills. Domestic travel and ITAR considerations apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering.
• 10+ years of professional experience in mechanical design.
• Experience with missile and/or solid rocket motor design.
• Proficiency with CREO, SOLIDWORKS, NX, or CATIA and Windchill.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and design for manufacturability.

Responsibilities

• Lead/mentor other engineers in the design and development of solid/hybrid rocket systems.
• Create/modify CAD models and associated drawings.
• Support the design, development, and production of rocket engines/motors.
• Collaborate with analysis/fluids/manufacturing/testing teams to iterate designs.
• Ensure propulsion systems comply with regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Missile design

Solid rocket motor design

CAD proficiency

GD&T

Team leadership

Communication

Analytical ability

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering

Master's degree in aerospace/mechanical engineering

Tools

CREO

SOLIDWORKS

NX

CATIA

Windchill

Job description

Firehawk Aerospace in Addison, TX is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead the design and development of solid and hybrid rocket systems. The role reports to the Design Manager and requires collaboration across design, testing, and manufacturing teams to advance production-ready propulsion solutions.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in mechanical design, with missile/rocket motor experience, and strong CAD and GD&T skills. Domestic travel and ITAR considerations apply.