Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer (Missiles and Rockets)

X-Bow Systems; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment

Flexible and remote options

Career growth opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

A cutting-edge aerospace technology company is seeking a Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer to develop and analyze missile trajectories and perform simulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in simulation tools like POST2/POST3D is essential, along with strong programming skills in C++, Python, and Matlab. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years related industry experience required.
• Strong understanding of launch vehicle sizing and multidisciplinary systems analysis.
• Experience with simulation, software testing, and HWIL testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze trajectories for various launch vehicles.
• Conduct 3DoF and 6DoF trajectory simulations.
• Analyze performance of launch vehicle systems and technology.

Skills

Trajectory simulation tools

Solid motor ballistic analysis

Programming in C++

Programming in Python

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

POST2/POST3D

TAOS

Matlab/Octave

Fortran

Job description

Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer (Missiles and Rockets)

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Job: Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer

About Us: X-Bow Systems is a cutting‑edge aerospace technology company focused on revolutionizing solid propellant propulsion systems for space exploration and defense applications. Our team of innovative engineers and scientists is committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in rocket propulsion.

About the Role: As a Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer, you will support business development and programs ranging from small tactical systems to orbital launch vehicles. You'll know you’re successful when you leverage creativity and technical expertise to design and characterize solutions quickly and accurately. You will join a small team empowered to define scope and aid in generating requirements that use industry‑standard and in‑house tools to design solid rocket motors, characterize aerodynamics, and analyze trajectories.

Minimum of 5 years directly related industry or academic experience, plus a fundamental understanding of physics and missile systems engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Trajectory Analysis: Develop and analyze tactical, ballistic, suborbital, and orbital launch vehicle trajectories for rail launch and thrust vector control (TVC) guided systems; perform dispersions and fault analysis to ensure robust system performance.
• Trajectory Simulations: Conduct 3DoF and 6DoF trajectory simulations using tools such as POST2/POST3D and/or TAOS.
• Weights & Sizing: Apply a multidisciplinary skill set to analyze launch vehicle performance, in‑space systems, landers, propulsion, aerodynamics, technology assessments, and value stream mapping.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 5 years related industry experience.
• Proficiency in trajectory simulation tools such as POST2/POST3D and/or TAOS.
• Strong understanding of launch vehicle sizing, mass properties, and multidisciplinary systems analysis.
• Working knowledge of solid motor ballistic analysis and associated toolsets.
• Programming proficiency in C++, Python, Matlab/Octave, and Fortran.
• Effective communication skills across stakeholder groups.
• Experience with simulation, software testing, and HWIL testing.

What We Offer

• The chance to work on groundbreaking projects in the aerospace industry.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment with flexible and remote options.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

X‑Bow Launch Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with X‑Bow Launch Systems, Inc. is based on merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Thank you for your interest in joining X‑Bow Launch Systems, Inc., the space revolution on a solid foundation.