Structural Engineer - Solid Rocket Motors (SRM)

Job : Structural Engineer

Location : Austin, TX

Position Type : Full-Time

About Us : X-Bow Systems is a cutting-edge aerospace technology company focused on revolutionizing 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 talented and driven Engineers to join our team.

As an employee at X-Bow, you will be given the opportunity to participate in a range of diverse activities to apply X-Bow's unique technologies, as well as the flexibility to focus on areas that will further your individual professional interests and career path. In this position, you will serve a critical role in helping us execute advanced technology projects and conduct space launch programs for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies.

We are looking for a candidate who combines strong communication, organization, task management, and ownership skills with broad interests and experience in the aerospace industry. As a key member of a small, dynamic, and highly skilled team, you will be expected to actively collaborate with others as well as work independently to accomplish assignments and responsibilities successfully. Creativity and methodical problem solving are both required.

What You Will Do :

• Design and analyze structural components of rocket motors including but not limited to cases, nozzles, insulators.
• Design and update related motor component models including metallic parts, nozzles, insulation
• Perform 2D and 3D structural analysis to support your design process
• Function as a Finite Element Analysis (FEA) expert and generate reports and results for parts, assemblies, and other features based on given loads
• Create and revise drawings and models that lead directly to manufacturing
• Collaborate with vendors to determine the appropriate materials and methods to produce parts
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation (drawings, requirements, analysis reports, test plans / reports, etc.)
• Support composite manufacturing processes such as tape wrapping or molding
• Plan and oversee testing and instrumentation for development and qualification of flight hardware
• Create designs to support proposals and internal advanced development topics
• Support all phases of manufacturing, assembly and test of your designs

What You Need to Have :

General Disclosure

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.

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