Lead Systems Engineer - Energetic Manufacturing
About The Position
The Lead Systems Engineer will participate in development and production programs that are integral to X-Bow's success. The role supports and shepherds the design, development, test, and operation of energetic manufacturing systems, including solid propellant manufacturing systems and solid rocket motors. Primary work will be performed in Luling, Texas. The position owns and manages systems engineering processes and documentation, supports assembly, testing, and operations, and coordinates technical disciplines to resolve issues and risks and implement opportunities. It also contributes to program management through risk, configuration, and data management support and Integrated Master Schedule inputs. The role offers hands-on involvement with equipment assembly and integration and coordination of technical and program meetings.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience as a systems engineer or project engineer supporting or leading an IPT or development effort.
- Experience developing system-level architecture and performing system-level trade studies.
- Experience producing systems engineering products such as requirement specifications, interface definitions, verification plans, and reports.
- Hands-on experience with hardware and/or hardware control systems; chemical manufacturing hardware such as pumps, piping, and environmental sensors is especially relevant.
- Experience leading or supporting major program milestone reviews.
- Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office and common engineering applications.
- Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar for equipment design and layout.
- Knowledge of mechanical systems, including pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, conveyors, and other industrial equipment.
- Familiarity with industry standards and codes such as ASME, ANSI, API, OSHA, and NFPA.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools such as Cameo.
- Experience with digital collaboration and management tools such as Confluence and Jira.
- Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
- Five or more years of experience in a related field.
- Experience with solid rocket motors and/or propellant manufacturing.
- Experience designing, assembling, and testing parts and components related to chemical or energetic manufacturing products.
- Experience with manufacturing processes, plant layout, and equipment integration.
- Familiarity with project management and equipment installation.
- Experience with AS9100 standards.
Responsibilities
- Own and manage systems engineering processes and documentation for solid propellant manufacturing systems and solid rocket motor programs, including architecture and CONOPS, requirements, interfaces, and verification planning and management.
- Support and manage assembly, testing, and operations of propellant manufacturing systems and solid rocket motors; write and carry out assembly and operational work instructions.
- Manage verification activities and write, manage, review, and digest test and analysis reports related to systems and requirements.
- Coordinate across technical disciplines to identify and resolve technical issues and risks and identify, capture, and implement opportunities.
- Participate in design and development activities, understand and influence technical trade-offs and system impacts, and work with the Integrated Product Team and Engineering Leads to drive design cycles.
- Maintain configurations of development and test designs.
- Plan and execute technical reviews such as PDR and CDR, develop entry and exit criteria, and manage review content.
- Provide guidance and counsel to engineering and program management leadership.
- Provide risk management, configuration management, and data management support.
- Provide inputs to the Integrated Master Schedule.
- Participate hands-on in equipment assembly and integration activities.
- Coordinate and run IPTs, TIMs, and similar meetings with leadership, teammates, subcontractors, and customers.
- Perform other systems engineering activities as required for the supported program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
