Job Description - Systems Engineer
Location: Texas, US

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 delivery of propellant manufacturing systems, novel solid rocket motors, and launch vehicles. Typical responsibilities for this position include:

• Systems Engineering
  • Support the Systems Engineering process and manage documentation for solid rocket motor and launch vehicle programs: architecture and CONOPS development; requirements development and management; development and management of interfaces; verification planning and management.
  • Implement Model-Based Systems Engineering techniques; support system modeling efforts; promote use of the systems model during design and development activities.
  • Support technical reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.): develop entry/exit criteria, manage content.
  • Coordinate between technical disciplines (mechanical, avionics, aero, 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 IPT and Engineering Leads to drive design cycles.
  • Manage verification activities; review and digest test and analysis reports as it pertains to the system and its requirements; support Functional/Physical Configuration Audits.
  • 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 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.
• 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 Model-Based Systems Engineering tools such as Cameo.
• Experience with digital collaboration and management tools such as Confluence and Jira.
• Experience with data and configuration management.
• Experience with creating or managing a Digital Twin or Digital Threads.
• Experience designing, assembling, testing parts and components, specifically related to aerospace 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 Austin, Texas with some daily travel to Luling, Texas. This job can be worked remotely with the appropriate work ethic and discipline. Additional travel may be required if remote.