Castelion
Solid Rocket Motor Responsible Engineer (All Levels)
Castelion, Camden, Arkansas, United States, 71701
Solid Rocket Motor Responsible Engineer (All Levels)
We are seeking experienced engineers with a background in solid rocket motor (SRM) design, build, and test to join our propulsion team. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas: Motor components:
nozzles, throats, insulators, liners, insulation, cases, igniters Propulsion performance:
internal ballistics, grain design, burn rate analysis, thrust curves Manufacturing & production:
propellant casting, cure cycles, safety procedures, and certification Testing & qualification:
SRM hot-fire testing, data analysis, failure investigation, and DoD/military certification processes Safety & compliance:
familiarity with energetic material handling, propellant safety standards, and quality assurance practices Responsibilities Lead and contribute to the
design, build, and test
of solid rocket motors for missile applications Collaborate closely with materials, mechanical, and systems engineers to integrate propulsion subsystems Develop, review, and validate analytical models for motor performance and structural integrity Support test campaigns, including
hot-fire tests and flight tests , ensuring results drive rapid iteration and improvement Provide subject-matter expertise on SRM safety, certification, and qualification for DoD customers Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering field 5+ years
of hands-on SRM engineering experience Proven ability to take designs from concept through
production and test Knowledge of SRM materials and processes (nozzles, insulators, liners, internal insulation, case bonding, etc.) Experience with SRM performance analysis and test data reduction Strong safety mindset and experience working with energetic materials Location and Relocation Candidates should expect that this role will require relocation to: Relocation support is available. Why Castelion This is a unique opportunity to join an
early-stage defense company
where your work will have a direct impact on programs critical to national security. You’ll collaborate with a team of elite engineers, move fast, and solve some of the hardest problems in aerospace. If you are passionate about
solid rocket motors
and want to help build something that truly matters, we’d love to talk. Leadership Qualities Bias to Action and Creative Problem Solving . Desire and experience questioning assumptions in ways that lead to break through ideas that are ultimately implemented. Successfully bring in applicable processes/concepts/materials from other industries to achieve efficiency gains. Ability to personally resolve minor issues in development without requiring significant support. High Commitment, High Initiative . A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for Castelion’s mission and consistently look for ways to contribute to the company’s technical goals and prevent hardware blockers. Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere. Strong sense of accountability and integrity. Clear Communicator . Proactively communicates blockers. Trusted in previous roles to be voice of company with regulators, suppliers, gate keepers and customers. Capable of tactfully managing relationships with stakeholders to achieve company-desired outcomes without compromising relationships. Emails, IMs and verbal interactions are logical, drive clarity, and detailed enough to eliminate ambiguity. Export Regulation To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), a Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or an Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Employment with Castelion is governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Defense and Space Manufacturing, Space Research and Technology, and Manufacturing Relevant benefits may include medical insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), paid paternity leave, and paid maternity leave.
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We are seeking experienced engineers with a background in solid rocket motor (SRM) design, build, and test to join our propulsion team. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas: Motor components:
nozzles, throats, insulators, liners, insulation, cases, igniters Propulsion performance:
internal ballistics, grain design, burn rate analysis, thrust curves Manufacturing & production:
propellant casting, cure cycles, safety procedures, and certification Testing & qualification:
SRM hot-fire testing, data analysis, failure investigation, and DoD/military certification processes Safety & compliance:
familiarity with energetic material handling, propellant safety standards, and quality assurance practices Responsibilities Lead and contribute to the
design, build, and test
of solid rocket motors for missile applications Collaborate closely with materials, mechanical, and systems engineers to integrate propulsion subsystems Develop, review, and validate analytical models for motor performance and structural integrity Support test campaigns, including
hot-fire tests and flight tests , ensuring results drive rapid iteration and improvement Provide subject-matter expertise on SRM safety, certification, and qualification for DoD customers Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering field 5+ years
of hands-on SRM engineering experience Proven ability to take designs from concept through
production and test Knowledge of SRM materials and processes (nozzles, insulators, liners, internal insulation, case bonding, etc.) Experience with SRM performance analysis and test data reduction Strong safety mindset and experience working with energetic materials Location and Relocation Candidates should expect that this role will require relocation to: Relocation support is available. Why Castelion This is a unique opportunity to join an
early-stage defense company
where your work will have a direct impact on programs critical to national security. You’ll collaborate with a team of elite engineers, move fast, and solve some of the hardest problems in aerospace. If you are passionate about
solid rocket motors
and want to help build something that truly matters, we’d love to talk. Leadership Qualities Bias to Action and Creative Problem Solving . Desire and experience questioning assumptions in ways that lead to break through ideas that are ultimately implemented. Successfully bring in applicable processes/concepts/materials from other industries to achieve efficiency gains. Ability to personally resolve minor issues in development without requiring significant support. High Commitment, High Initiative . A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for Castelion’s mission and consistently look for ways to contribute to the company’s technical goals and prevent hardware blockers. Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere. Strong sense of accountability and integrity. Clear Communicator . Proactively communicates blockers. Trusted in previous roles to be voice of company with regulators, suppliers, gate keepers and customers. Capable of tactfully managing relationships with stakeholders to achieve company-desired outcomes without compromising relationships. Emails, IMs and verbal interactions are logical, drive clarity, and detailed enough to eliminate ambiguity. Export Regulation To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), a Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or an Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Employment with Castelion is governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Defense and Space Manufacturing, Space Research and Technology, and Manufacturing Relevant benefits may include medical insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), paid paternity leave, and paid maternity leave.
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