Careers

Current Job Listings

Systems Engineer (Huntsville)

Job Title: 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 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.

apply

Electro-Mechanical Technician (Luling, TX)

X-Bow Systems is expanding and is looking to fill multiple new positions, Junior through Senior Electro-Mechanical Technicians in Luling, TX.

About Us: X-Bow Systems is a cutting-edge aerospace technology company focused on revolutionizing propulsion systems for space exploration and defense applications. Our team of innovative engineers, technicians and scientists is committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in rocket propulsion. As we continue to expand our operations, we are seeking a talented and driven Mechanical Technician to join our team.

About the Role: As an Electro-Mechanical Technician you will install, operate, test and maintain manufacturing equipment, including automated and robotic parts, integral to our solid rocket motor propellant production facilities.

You'll know you're successful in this role when you've identified blockers, guided processes to address anomalies and performance shortfalls, met schedule goals regarding installation, commissioning and deployment of components, sub-assemblies, and top-level facilities.

To thrive in this role, you must have demonstrated success in mechanical hardware installation, repair, and selection. An aptitude for hands-on assembly and integration is required and is best shown by your work history and passions when off the clock.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

3+ years' experience with installation/testing/commissioning of mechanical and fluidic systems/facilities
Experience scoping pumps, mixers, heat exchangers, ovens, precision flow meters.
Familiarity with Solidworks CAD and PDM or equivalent
Experience working in multidisciplinary teams of ~5 engineers/technicians.
Demonstrated electro/mechanical hands-on dis-assembly/assembly and trouble-shooting aptitude.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Must be a US Persons as defined by § 120.62 of the ITAR.

X-Bow is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. X-Bow offers competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.

Thank you for your interest in joining X-Bow Launch Systems, Inc., the space revolution on a solid foundation!

apply

Sr. Chemist - Energetics

Job Posting: Sr. Chemist - Energetics
Company: X-Bow Systems
Location: Socorro, NM or Luling, TX (Must be located or willing to move to Socorro, New Mexico or Luling, TX.)
Position Type: Full-Time

About Us: X-Bow Systems is a cutting-edge aerospace technology company focused on revolutionizing propulsion systems for space exploration and defense applications. Our team of innovative engineers and scientists is committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in rocket propulsion. As we continue to expand our operations, we are seeking a talented and driven Sr. Chemist to join our team.

As a Sr. Chemist - Energetics at X-Bow, you'll be on-hands with the development of solid rocket motor propellant formulations, hazards abatement, performance optimization, raw materials selection, and characterization, combined with quality control and quality assurance of product intermediates and product transition to internal and external customers. The ability to lead others in a growing team environment is fundamental to success in this endeavor. The flexibility to focus on areas you are interested in for your personal and career growth is encouraged and supported. In addition to those opportunities, typical responsibilities for this position include:

Pilot-scale plant chemical support and guiding/mentoring 5+ juniors and senior consultants.
- Technical lead for propellant applications in a wide variety of flight programs for government and commercial customers,
- Provide coaching to junior chemists and scientists in a fast-paced lab environment enabling success, within budget and schedule constraints,
- Demonstrate leadership and technical acumen across a wide range of skills, including analytical chemistry, energetic molecule characteristics, heritage and advanced propellant improvement approaches, problem solving involving local and remote-process methods, failure mode analysis.
- Track record of representative technical articles, publications, patents, conference attendance, workshop leadership, regarding chemical energetics, particularly solid rocket propellants
Engineering Coordinator for plant and material scale-up
- Support design and development of energetics manufacturing facility, equipment, & tooling, regarding materials of construction, chemical compatibility, and best practice principles
- Create and update process plans/procedures in a team environment, perform hazards analysis, job safety requirements, including chemical properties testing & energetics hazards evaluation.
- Develop test plans/procedures, conduct readiness reviews, and coordinate multiple test ranges and test campaigns to include design and troubleshooting functions for test setups.
- Participate in Technical Reviews with upper levels of management to design solutions based on company goals and customer needs, particularly with novel approaches using convincing arguments based in science and current technology.
- Technical evaluation of test results and input to iterate the process/design/product/test cycle as necessary to improve the results and meet requirements that you may establish.
Safety
- Reinforce safety posture across all activities, to include selection, evaluation, handling, storage, of materials, intermediates, and products to ensure operations meet highest level of safety under OSHA, DoD, and DoT standards.
- Assist and coordinate with internal and external regulators as needed to obtain licenses/permits to operate energetics in a growing environment of test and manufacturing production rates.

apply

Civil Engineer with CAD Experience

Job Title: Civil Engineer with CAD Experience

Location: Luling, TX

Company: X-Bow Systems

About Us: X-Bow Systems is a leading defense contractor specializing in solid rocket motors and propulsion solutions. We are dedicated to advancing the field of aerospace and defense through innovative engineering and cutting-edge technology. Join our team and contribute to groundbreaking projects that make a difference.

Position Overview: X-Bow Systems is seeking a skilled Civil Engineer with expertise in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) to join our team in Luling, TX. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of building structures and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement project plans, including design specifications and engineering drawings using CAD software.
Conduct site assessments and surveys to collect necessary data for design and construction purposes.
Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, and other topographical or geologic data to plan projects.
Ensure that all civil engineering projects comply with federal, state, and local regulations and standards.
Coordinate with architects, contractors, and other engineering professionals to ensure project success.
Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
Prepare and present technical reports, feasibility studies, and project proposals.
Manage project budgets and timelines effectively.
Troubleshoot and resolve design and construction issues promptly.

apply

X-Bow Systems General Application

Company Overview:

X-Bow Launch Systems, Inc. is a cutting-edge aerospace technology company at the forefront of revolutionizing space launch and transportation. With a commitment to innovation and a mission to advance space exploration, we are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our dynamic team.

We are looking for talented and passionate individuals who want to join a team that is disrupting the aerospace industry with innovative and cost-effective additively manufactured energetics for the solid rocket motor and launch vehicle market. X-Bow is also designing and building a suite of modular solid rocket motors and small launch vehicles for both orbital and suborbital launch services.

About Us:

At X-Bow Launch Systems, Inc., we aim to push the boundaries of what's possible in space technology. Our diverse team of experts is dedicated to developing innovative launch systems, spacecraft, and solutions that will shape the future of space exploration. As we continue to grow, we are excited to welcome talented professionals from various backgrounds who share our passion for the stars.

Your Future with X-Bow:

By submitting an open application, you are expressing your interest in becoming part of our team and contributing to the exciting projects that define our mission. While we may not have specific positions available at the moment, your application will be kept on file, and you'll be among the first to be considered for future opportunities that align with your skills and experience.

apply

Solidworks Designer

Job: Solidworks Designer
Location: Luling, TX

About the Role: As a Solidworks Mechanical Designer, you will have a key role in supporting the design, component specification, and integration of facilities required for 21st century energetic material and Solid Rocket Motor manufacturing.

You'll know you're successful in this role when you've streamlined the process of concepts. preliminary design, detailed design and drawing release within the PDM and established a workflow that syncs design backlog with schedule driven design completion.

You will serve as the responsible designer ensuring continuity in drawings, models, GD&T, revision control and change requests. To thrive in this role, have at least 5 years industry experience working within SolidWorks mechanical design and an aptitude for methods of fabrication and off-the-shelf solutions for fluid/thermal/electrical systems.

apply

Systems Engineer

Job Title: Systems Engineer

Location: Texas, US

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.

apply

Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer

Job: Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer

Location: Luling, TX

About the Role: As a Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer, you will have a key role in supporting both business development and programs (internal and external) that cover the range of small tactical to suborbital launch vehicles. You'll know you're successful in this role when you've leveraged your technical expertise and solution creativity to establish a workflow that provides consistency and accuracy on short timelines.

You will join a small team that makes use of industry- standard and in-house tools that is empowered to define the scope, perform the work, and present the results for both trade studies and conceptual/detailed designs.

apply

Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer

Job: Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer

Location: Albuquerque, NM

You'll know you're successful in this role when you've leveraged your technical expertise and solution creativity to establish a workflow that provides consistency and accuracy on short timelines.

apply

Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer

Job: Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer

Location: Huntsville, AL

You'll know you're successful in this role when you've leveraged your technical expertise and solution creativity to establish a workflow that provides consistency and accuracy on short timelines.

apply

Personnel Security Administrator (Hybrid)

Personnel Security Administrator (Hybrid)

Location: Luling, TX

Job Description:

We have a current opportunity for a Personnel Security Administrator (Hybrid), based out of our facility in Luling, TX. The Security Administrator position will support the safeguarding of the US DoD and Production facility in Luling and help maintain an overall compliant US government security program. This position supports both personnel and physical security for multiple contracts and customers, including processing new employees for security clearances, reinvestigations, and processing outgoing visit requests, requests for access actions, onsite security support, and other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate must be experienced with security systems of record, access control, and other related systems or databases (NBIS/DISS/NISS/SIMS, etc.).

Responsibilities:

Provide Personnel Security assistance at our facility in Luling, TX, reporting to the FSO/Sr. CPSO.
Work a 50/50 Hybrid schedule long-term, with an expectation to work onsite initially to learn and go over taskings.
Maintain access databases and all required personnel security documentation (such as SIMS and DISS), including access rosters and security files.
Track security clearance investigations and perform administrative support functions in DISS, NBIS, and E-APP government systems.
Ensure personnel processed for access to a SAP/SCIF meet prerequisite for personnel security clearance and/or investigative requirements.
Process incoming/outgoing visit requests and certifications.
Work independently and closely with the FSO, with weekly tag-ups and schedule reviews.
Assist with incoming Program Access Requests (PAR) and SCI access requests.
Assist with the review, process, and coordination of SCI nomination packages.
Assist FSO with all auditable reviews, information gathering, and document control taskings.
Review and file foreign travel and other required reporting incidences as required.
Request PSQ updates at required occurrences for all personnel supporting special access programs.
Prepare Program Indoctrination Agreements (PIA); generate and execute debrief PIAs on behalf of the government security team.
Oversee personnel security records for DoD collateral clearances, SCI, and SAP/SAR programs, including updating the Defense Information System for Security (DISS) and providing updates and status on briefed personnel to the Customer.
Perform other functional area duties as required.
Some limited travel will be required.

apply

Safety Specialist

Job Title: Safety Specialist

Location: Luling, Onsite (Candidates must reside within 100 miles of Luling)

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in safety management within manufacturing or aerospace environments, with a focus on implementing and managing safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of safety across the site. This role will involve hands-on leadership, internal audits, safety training oversight, and active involvement in risk management and incident investigations.

Key Responsibilities:

Internal Audits: Plan, conduct, and document internal safety audits to ensure compliance with company safety policies and relevant regulations.
Safety Program Management: Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive safety programs to promote a safe working environment. Conduct regular safety meetings, briefings, and toolbox talks.
Safety Advocacy: Act as an advocate for safety at the site, promoting a culture of safety awareness and best practices among all employees.
Training Oversight: Monitor safety training programs, ensuring that all personnel complete required training on time and that records are properly maintained.
Job Hazard Analysis (JHA): Conduct thorough job hazard analyses to identify potential risks and implement effective control measures.
Incident Investigation: Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions related to workplace injuries and illnesses. Ensure all incidents are investigated and documented appropriately.
OSHA Compliance & Record Keeping: Maintain up-to-date and accurate OSHA records, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and reporting requirements.
Leadership & Innovation: Take a proactive, leader-spirited approach to safety, continuously looking for ways to pioneer safety improvements and engage the workforce in safety initiatives.

apply

Current Job Listings

(505) 772-9577