Sr. Mechanical Engineer (component/assembly Design Ownership)

Sr. Mechanical Engineer (Component/Assembly Design Ownership)

Huntsville, AL, USA

Salary: per year

Full Time

X-Bow Systems is expanding and is looking to fill one new Senior position.

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. As we continue to expand our operations, we are seeking a talented and driven Sr. Mechanical Engineer to join our team.

About the Role: As a Sr. Mechanical Engineer, you will have a key role in supporting the design, analysis, COTS component specification, integration and testing of Launch Vehicle systems. Specifically, you will join a multi-disciplinary team responsible for all aspects of design, analysis, static test, and flight testing of sub-orbital Launch Vehicles. You'll know you're successful in this role when you've identified blockers, guided processes to address anomalies and performance shortfalls, verified requirements are satisfied and you've delivered on the agreed upon master schedule. To thrive in this role, you must have demonstrated success in mechanical design, thermal/stress analysis, and test with an aptitude for hands-on manufacturing and assembly of aerospace systems.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Design/Analysis/Manufacture and Test of components/assemblies essential to Solid Rocket Motor sub-orbital Launch Vehicles
• Demonstrated experience with common manufacturing and fabrication techniques
• 5+ years' experience with Solidworks CAD and PDM or equivalent
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams of ~5 engineers
• Experience leading teams will be valued
• Analysis skills from notebook level to advanced simulation capturing stress, fluid flow, thermal and/or electrical power
• Demonstrated electro/mechanical hands-on assembly and trouble-shooting aptitude
• Bachelors degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
• Must be a US Persons as defined by § 120.62 of the ITAR

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.