Lead Systems/Project Engineer - Texas - X-Bow Systems : Job Details

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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 propellant manufacturing systems and novel solid rocket motors. Typical responsibilities for this position include:

• Own and manage the Systems Engineering process and documentation for solid propellant manufacturing system and solid rocket motor programs: architecture and CONOPS development; requirements development and management; development and management of interfaces; verification planning and management.
• Support and manage assembly, test, and operations of propellant manufacturing systems and solid rocket motors. Write and carry out assembly and operational work instructions.
• 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.
• Maintain configurations of development and test designs.
• Plan and execute technical reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.); develop entry/exit criteria, own and manage content.
• 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.

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 propellant manufacturing systems and novel solid rocket motors. Typical responsibilities for this position include:

• Systems Engineering
  • Own and manage the Systems Engineering process and documentation for solid propellant manufacturing system and solid rocket motor programs: architecture and CONOPS development; requirements development and management; development and management of interfaces; verification planning and management.
  • Support and manage assembly, test, and operations of propellant manufacturing systems and solid rocket motors. Write and carry out assembly and operational work instructions.
  • 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.
  • Maintain configurations of development and test designs.
  • Plan and execute technical reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.); develop entry/exit criteria, own and manage content.
  • 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.

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, 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.

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

This job requires a BS in an engineering discipline, ideally in an Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical focus. A similar MS is desired.

Primary work will be performed in Luling, TX.

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionEngineering and Information Technology
• IndustriesDefense and Space Manufacturing

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