Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer (Missiles and Rockets) jobs in United States
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X-Bow Systems · 1 month ago

Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer (Missiles and Rockets)

positionHuntsville, AL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date5+ years exp

X-Bow Systems is a cutting-edge aerospace technology company focused on revolutionizing solid propellant propulsion systems for space exploration and defense applications. As a Trajectory/Conceptual Design Engineer, you will support business development and programs by designing and characterizing missile systems and analyzing trajectories.

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Responsibilities

Develop and analyze tactical, ballistic, suborbital, and orbital launch vehicle trajectories for rail launch and thrust vector control (TVC) guided systems
Perform dispersions and fault analysis to ensure robust system performance
Conduct 3DoF and 6DoF trajectory simulations using tools such as POST2/POST3D and/or TAOS
Apply a multidisciplinary skillset to analyze launch vehicle performance, in-space systems, landers, propulsion, aerodynamics, technology assessments, and value stream mapping

Qualification

Trajectory simulation toolsMissile systems engineeringProgramming languagesSolid motor ballistic analysisMultidisciplinary systems analysisEffective communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
5 years related industry experience
Proficiency in trajectory simulation tools such as POST2/POST3D and/or TAOS
Strong understanding of launch vehicle sizing, mass properties, and multidisciplinary systems analysis
Working knowledge of solid motor ballistic analysis and associated toolsets
Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, Matlab/Octave, and Fortran
Effective communication skills across range of stakeholders
Experience with simulation, software testing, and HWIL testing

Benefits

The chance to work on groundbreaking projects in the aerospace industry
A collaborative and inclusive work environment with flexible and remote options
Opportunities for career growth and development
Competitive compensation and benefits

Company

X-Bow Systems

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X-Bow Systems (“X-Bow”) is an American startup defense technology company.
dateFounded in 2016
location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.xbowsystems.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$200.79M
Key Investors
Lockheed MartinRazor's Edge VenturesLockheed Martin Ventures
2025-11-20Debt Financing· $5.98M
2025-05-12Series B· $35M
2024-07-10Series B· $70M

Leadership Team

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Jason Hundley
CEO / Founder
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John Leary
Co-founder and General Counsel
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Recent News

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X-Bow Systems Awarded Production Contract to Supply Critical Rocket Motor Igniters to V2X
2025-12-03
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X-Bow Readies Nation's Newest Solid Rocket Motor Facility for Production
2025-11-19
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X-Bow First to Deploy Lockheed Martin's Secure AI for Rocket Production
2025-10-30
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