Senior SRM Chief Engineer — Propulsion & Systems Lead

X-Bow Systems; Luling (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

X-Bow Systems in Texas seeks a Chief Engineer to lead program engineering for Solid Rocket Systems, overseeing SRM design, testing, operations, and manufacturing with a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement.

The role requires dynamic leadership to manage complex programs and to collaborate with propulsion, materials, and structural teams to deliver integrated solutions while staying current with industry advances in solid propulsion.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of SRM experience in design, analysis, and testing.
• Proven leadership and management of complex engineering projects.
• Excellent communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and using SolidWorks CAD.
• Familiarity with propulsion system integration and optimization.
• Strong problem-solving in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication skills to convey technical information clearly.
• Focus on safety in all stages of design and testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering team in design, analysis, and test of SRM components.
• Collaborate with propulsion, materials, and structural engineers for integrated solutions.
• Collaborate with ballistics to optimize thrust, burn rate, and pressure profiles.
• Define and perform ground-based testing of SRM prototypes.
• Evaluate manufacturing techniques for motor production.
• Develop testing procedures and safety protocols.
• Document design processes and results for stakeholders.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends in solid propulsion.

Skills

SRM Design

Team Leadership

Mechanical Design

SolidWorks CAD

Propulsion System Integration

Test and Analysis

Safety Compliance

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering

Job description

X-Bow Systems in Texas seeks a Chief Engineer to lead program engineering for Solid Rocket Systems, overseeing SRM design, testing, operations, and manufacturing with a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement.

The role requires dynamic leadership to manage complex programs and to collaborate with propulsion, materials, and structural teams to deliver integrated solutions while staying current with industry advances in solid propulsion.