Job Description - Systems Engineer
Location: Huntsville, AL

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

• Systems Engineering
  • Support the Systems Engineering process and manage documentation for solid rocket motor programs: architecture andCONOPS development; requirements development and management; development and management of interfaces;verification planning and management.
  • Develop, maintain, and utilize Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) models and tools (such as Cameo) to support system architecture, requirements traceability, interface definition, and verification planning throughout the program lifecycle.
  • Manage verification activities; write, manage, review, and digest test and analysis reports as it pertains to the system and its requirements; support Functional/Physical Configuration Audits.
  • Maintain configurations of development and test designs.
  • Support technical reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.); develop entry/exit criteria, managecontent.
  • Coordinate between technical disciplines (mechanical, electrical, software, etc.) to identify and resolve technical issues and risksas 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 IPT and Engineering Leads to drive design cycles.
  • 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.
• Other Program Support
  • Opportunity to get hands-on with equipment through assembly and integration activities.
  • Up to 20% travel to program location or equipment deployment.

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 with Model-Based Systems Engineering tools such as Cameo.
• Experience developing system level architecture and performing system level trade studies.
• Experienceproducing system engineering products, such as requirement specifications, interface definitions, verification plans and reports, etc.
• Experience with databases, data management, and configuration management.
• Experience leading or supporting major program milestone reviews.
• 3+ years of experience as an SE supporting an IPT or development effort.

Candidates with the following are preferred:

• Experience with digital collaboration and management tools such as Confluence and Jira.
• Experience designing, assembling, testing parts and components, specifically related to aerospace or energetic manufacturing products.

Desired Experience

3+ years of experience in a related field is desired. Experience with solid rocket motor/launch vehicle development and manufacturing is a plus.

Education

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

Location Requirements

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