SRM Systems Engineer

X-Bow Systems; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

X-Bow Systems in Huntsville, AL seeks a Systems Engineer I/II/III to support design, development, test and operation of propellant manufacturing systems and solid rocket motors. Primary work locations include Huntsville, AL or Luling, TX with remote options in select states.

You will collaborate across disciplines to develop MBSE models, create ICDs, manage requirements and verification, and support program leadership through risk, configuration and data management.

Qualifications

• MBSE tools such as Cameo.
• Experience developing system-level architecture, CONOPS, and trade studies.
• Producing systems engineering documents (System Requirements Docs, ICDs, Verification matrices).
• Experience with data and configuration management.
• Experience leading or supporting major program milestone reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR).
• 2+ years as a Systems Engineer supporting an IPT or development effort.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to DoD contract and ITAR/Export Control requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the Systems Engineering process and manage documentation for solid rocket motor programs: architecture and CONOPS development, requirements development and management, interface management, and verification planning and management.
• Develop MBSE models and tools to support system architecture, behavioral diagrams, requirements traceability, interface definition, and verification planning and execution.
• Develop and manage Interface Control Documents across major rocket motor assemblies.
• Manage verification activities; write, review, and digest test and analysis reports.

Skills

MBSE

Technical writing

Communication

MS Office

Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree (a plus)

Tools

Cameo

System modeling tools

Job description

Job Description - Systems Engineer I/II/III Location: Variable (Huntsville, AL / Luling, TX Preferred; remote supported in select states)

As a level 1 to 3 Systems Engineer, you will participate in development and production programs integral to X-Bow's success. This position will support the design, development, test, and operation of propellant manufacturing systems and/or novel solid rocket motors. Typical responsibilities for this position include the following, but we encourage you to apply even if you do not have all of the listed experience:

• Support the Systems Engineering process and manage documentation for solid rocket motor programs: architecture and CONOPS development, requirements development and management, interface management, and verification planning and management.
• Develop, maintain, and utilize Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) models and tools (such as Cameo) to support system architecture, behavioral diagrams, requirements traceability, interface definition, and verification planning and execution throughout the program lifecycle.
• Develop and manage Interface Control Documents (ICDs) across major rocket motor assemblies, including motor cases, loaded propellant grains, ignition systems, nozzles, sensors, and control systems.
• Manage verification activities; write, manage, review, and digest test and analysis reports as it pertains to the system and its requirements.
• Maintain configurations of development, flight, and static test designs in accordance with company data and configuration management standards.
• Coordinate between technical disciplines (propellant chemistry, mechanical/case design, ballistics, thermal/structural analysis, avionics, TVC, and manufacturing) to identify and resolve technical issues and risks as well as identify, capture, and implement opportunities.
• Embed yourself into design and development activities; understand and influence technical trade-offs and impacts to overall system; work with IPT and Engineering Leads to drive design cycles.
• Other SE activities as required for the Program you are supporting.
• Program Management Support
• Provide technical risk management support, identifying, scoring, and driving mitigation plans across propulsion subsystem IPTs.
• Provide configuration management, data management, and engineering change order (ECO) review support.
• Support customer technical coordination and data deliveries for government and commercial mission stakeholders.
• Other Program Support
• Opportunity to get hands-on with hardware through assembly, integration, and test operations.
• Up to 20% travel to program locations, test ranges, and equipment deployment sites.

Qualifications

X-Bow is interested in motivated individuals with excellent communication and technical writing skills, proficient in MS Office and common systems engineering applications. In addition, candidates should have experience or knowledge of the following:

• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools such as Cameo.
• Experience developing system-level architecture, CONOPS, and performing system-level trade studies.
• Experience in producing systems engineering products, such as System Requirements Documents, Interface Control Documents, and Requirement Verification Compliance Matrices
• Experience with data management, and configuration management.
• Experience leading or supporting major program milestone reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR).
• 2+ years of experience as an Systems Engineer supporting an IPT or development effort.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to DoD contract and ITAR / Export Control requirements

Candidates with the following are preferred:

• Experience designing, assembling, and testing parts and components, specifically related to aerospace, launch vehicle, or energetic manufacturing products.
• Direct experience with Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) subsystems, including composite cases, energetic propellants, igniters, nozzles, or control systems.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance.

Desired Experience

Desired Experience 2 to 8 years of experience in a related aerospace/defense engineering field is desired. Experience with solid rocket motor, energetic manufacturing, or launch vehicle development and qualification is a plus.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or equivalent. Master's Degree is a plus.

Location Requirements

Primary work locations include Huntsville, AL, or Luling, TX (Austin, TX or San Antonio, TX areas) with Salt Lake City, UT, Denver, CO, Socorro, NM as preferred secondary areas. This job can be worked remotely from supported states with the appropriate work ethic and discipline. Additional travel may be required if remote.