Lead Systems Engineer - Energetic Manufacturing

As a Lead Systems Engineer, you will participate in development and production programs integral to X-Bow's success. This position will support and shepherd the design, development, test, and operation of energetic manufacturing systems. Typical responsibilities for this position include:

• Systems Engineering
  • Own and manage the Systems Engineering process and documentation for energetic manufacturing systems: architecture and CONOPS development; requirements development and management; development and management of interfaces; verification planning and management.
  • Manage verification activities; write, manage, review, and digest test and analysis reports as it pertains to the system and its requirements.
  • Coordinate between technical disciplines (mechanical, electrical, software, etc.) 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 Integrated Product Team (IPT) and Engineering Leads to drive design cycles; coordinate with component suppliers on product specs and interfaces.
  • Maintain configurations of development and test designs.
  • Plan and execute technical reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.); coordinate with stakeholders, develop entry/exit criteria, own and manage review content.
  • Support and manage assembly, test, and operations of energetic manufacturing systems. Write and carry out assembly and operational work instructions.
  • Provide guidance and counsel to engineering and program management leadership.
  • Other SE activities as required for the Program you are supporting.
• Program Management Support
  • Provide risk management support.
  • Provide configuration management and data management support.
  • Provide inputs to Integrated Master Schedule.
• Other Program Support
  • Coordinate and run IPTs, TIMs, etc. with leadership, teammates, subcontractors, and customers.
  • Opportunity to get hands-on with equipment through assembly and integration activities.

Basic Qualifications

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

• Experience developing system level architecture and performing system level trade studies.
• Experience producing system engineering products, such as requirement specifications, interface definitions, verification plans and reports, etc.
• Hands-on experience with hardware and/or hardware control systems, ideally chemical manufacturing hardware like pumps, piping, environmental sensors, etc.
• Experience leading or supporting major program milestone reviews.
• 5+ years of experience as an SE or Project Engineer supporting or leading an IPT or development effort.

Candidates with the following are preferred:

• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools such as Cameo.
• Experience with digital collaboration and management tools such as Confluence and Jira.
• Experience with creating or managing a Digital Twin or Digital Threads.
• Experience designing, assembling, testing parts and components, specifically related to chemical or energetic manufacturing products.

Desired Experience

5+ years of experience in a related field is desired. Experience with solid rocket motor and/or propellant manufacturing is a plus.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering or equivalent.

Location Requirements

Primary work will be performed in Luling, TX. This job can be worked remotely with the appropriate work ethic and discipline. Additional travel may be required if remote.