SRM Design Engineer — Propulsion & Precision

xbowsystems; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

X-Bow Systems in Huntsville is seeking a Design Engineer to advance Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) designs from concept through testing. You will work with Chief Engineers and cross-disciplinary teams to mature preliminary SRM concepts and support DACs.

You'll evaluate manufacturing methods, perform trade studies, document results, and help develop safety protocols. The role requires 5–10 years SRM design experience, a Mechanical Engineering degree, and the ability to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of SRM design experience, preliminary analysis, and testing.
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Demonstrated experience with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with ASME Y14.100 and ASME Y14.5.

Responsibilities

• Digest complex customer requirements with diverse teams.
• Mature preliminary SRM concept designs with Chief Engineers.
• Support Design Analysis Cycles (DACs) regularly.
• Evaluate and implement advanced manufacturing techniques for agile design.
• Perform trade studies and down-select options.
• Organize and track Mass Growth Allowance (MGA).
• Document design processes, results, and findings for stakeholders.
• Contribute to manufacturing work instructions, testing procedures and safety protocols.
• Stay up-to-date with propulsion trends and SRM technology.

Skills

SRM design

Mechanical design

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Fusion 360

PTC Creo

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

X-Bow Systems in Huntsville is seeking a Design Engineer to advance Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) designs from concept through testing. You will work with Chief Engineers and cross-disciplinary teams to mature preliminary SRM concepts and support DACs.

You'll evaluate manufacturing methods, perform trade studies, document results, and help develop safety protocols. The role requires 5–10 years SRM design experience, a Mechanical Engineering degree, and the ability to obtain security clearance.