Systems Engineer - In-Space Mechanisms - Bastion Technologies

The Systems Engineer - In-Space Mechanisms will support the JETS II contract in Houston, Texas. This position is for a key subject matter expert for in-space mechanisms that will be part of the mechanisms system management team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct systems engineering and management oversight of in-space mechanisms for both the International Space Station and Commercial Crew Program. This includes subsystem management of:
  • Mechanism integration
  • Separation mechanisms
  • Latching mechanisms
  • Flight crew-operated mechanisms
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering support across NASA and contractor teams throughout the flight hardware development process.
• Interface with other systems and subsystems to ensure mission success, crew safety, and overall vehicle health and performance.
• Prepare information and present as required to program technical and programmatic leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED:

This position has been posted at multiple levels (must meet minimum level indicated). Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred).
• Must have 5+ years of related experience. License and certification may be required.
• NASA or aerospace mechanical design experience.
• Human spaceflight hardware design experience.
• Mechanisms or robotics experience required.
• Comfortable presenting to ISS Engineering Review Board.

DESIRED

• Knowledge of and experience with the NASA flight hardware requirements generation, validation and verification processes.
• Experience in aerospace separation systems design, development, and flight certification.
• Experience in mechanical design, development, and flight certification.
• Knowledge of and experience with the interpretation and application of NASA-STD-5017 to complex mechanical and attachment systems.
• Knowledge of and experience with the NASA approach to fault tolerance and design risk mitigation.
• Knowledge of and experience performing dimensional tolerance analyses, including thermal effects and GD&T.
• Experience with the NASA system management insight/oversight model and approach.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Ten years of space mechanisms experience.

WORK LOCATION:

• This position is located onsite.
• This position offers a 9/80 schedule, every other Friday off.
• This position may require some travel.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check, some positions require a clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen; some contracts require participation in periodic random drug and alcohol screening programs.

STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• All of Bastion's employees must be team players.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
• Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
• Must have a strong work ethic and must be safety culture oriented.
• Must be organized with good time management skills.
• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time).
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
• Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

BASTION BENEFITS:

Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for their full-time employees; medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, and flexible work schedules (when available). We also support career advancement through professional training and development.

ABOUT BASTION:

Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment; the well-being of our employees is a priority, and our flexibility allows our employees a great work life balance. Our culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Our team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. When it comes to our employees, we value, respect, and help them grow in their careers.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY:

At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. We are committed to a journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company, that philosophy fosters an environment of collaboration across cultures. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value and help us develop solutions for challenging problems, they make us more inventive, and more resilient.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Bastion participates in e-Verify.

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