Propulsion Design Engineer

Propulsion Design Engineer Firehawk Aerospace Inc Addison, TX Job Details Full-time 10 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Vision insurance Flexible schedule Qualifications Heat treating Project engineering Microsoft Excel 3D CAD modeling Management Managing projects in an engineering role Aerospace design GD&T Managing design projects Design for manufacturability (DFM) Managing projects Productivity software Manufacturing Engine design Research & development Mechanical knowledge Structural analysis Product lifecycle management Failure analysis Mechanical product development projects Full Job Description Firehawk Aerospace is a leading propulsion-focused aerospace and defense company located in Addison, TX. Our innovative approach empowers us to design and manufacture cutting-edge solid and hybrid rocket motors and engines. We aim to push the boundaries of propulsion technology to serve both commercial and defense sectors. This position will be full-time located at our Addison, TX facilities with occasional travel potentially required (approximately 10%). Firehawk Aerospace is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to support the design and development of munitions. The position will report directly to the Design Manager and will support all areas of the organization (Design, Testing, Manufacturing). The ideal candidate should be an effective communicator who works well in teams and with limited supervision. They should possess a broad knowledge and experience with missile and/or rocket motor design, development, and related operations for transition to production efforts. The ideal candidate should be considered a subject matter expert or a recognized technical lead for Missile and/or Solid Rocket Motor design, development, and manufacturing Responsibilities Lead/mentor other engineers in the design and development of solid/hybrid rocket systems Create/modify CAD models and associated drawings Support the design, development, and production of rocket engines/motors Work with analysis/fluids/manufacturing/testing teams to iterate designs Make project decisions based on technical merit, cost, and schedule metrics Analyze and interpret test data to improve and qualify propulsion systems meeting customer specifications and/or research objectives Collaborate with other engineers and project managers to meet project goals Ensure that all propulsion systems and processes comply with governmental regulations and safety standards Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering or related field Experience with missile and/or solid rocket motor design 10+ years of professional experience in mechanical design 10+ years of experience with CREO (preferred), SOLIDWORKS, NX, or CATIA Proficient with GD&T, tolerance analysis, design for manufacturability Experience with PLM software (Windchill preferred) Strong understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of mechanical systems General understanding of manufacturing processes (welding, machining, heat treating) Capability to manage project efforts and solve complex problems Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a fastpaced R D environment Selfmotivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills Focus on safety, reliability, innovation, efficiency, teamwork Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote) U.S. Citizenship Ability to lift 25 pounds and work on test/flight hardware Must be willing to travel as required (