The Mid-Level Propulsion Engineer will support the JETS II contract in Houston, Texas.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reports NASA JSC EP4 Branch.
Knowledge in component and system certification and the impacts of component design and operating environment on certification.
Provides support to national and international customers for Gateway and International Space, visiting vehicles, and Commercial Crew customers.
Knowledge in the design and development of major elements of ground test and space flight systems required to demonstrate the utilization of propulsion and fluid systems.
Writes technical and progress reports covering assigned tasks which are made available to other technical groups and agencies.
Resolves unique or novel problems, conditions, and issues as related to Propulsion Subsystems.
Provides support for flight Anomaly Resolution review and In-Flight Investigation review, capable of solving propulsion questions with low levels of information.
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 or a related field.
Must have 5+ years of spacecraft propulsion experience with a focus on mechanical aspects.
Experience in the design, assembly, testing, certification, and operation of space propulsion systems and components.
Experience coordinating space propulsion systems requirements verification and validation between multiple organizations.
Basic knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field, such as mechanical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, testing, and office software.
Confident in knowledge and experience, and able to discuss propulsion topics with subject matter experts.
DESIRED:
Familiar with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures.
Familiarity with the NASA JSC Engineering Life Cycle process.
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.
