What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structures and Mechanisms Engineer position at Bastion Technologies?

Job Description

The Structures and Mechanisms Engineer will support the JETS II contract in Houston, TX. The LEO Structures and Mechanisms team spans several branches within the Structural Engineering Division. Team members support Structures and Fracture, Mechanisms, Loads and Dynamic, and Pressure Systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Assist in review and development of hardware, analysis, operation, hazard reviews, anomaly resolution, requirements verification, re-flight assessments, and flight acceptance testing to name a few.
As a multidiscipline team, members are encouraged to have an overall background and working knowledge of all the areas within Structures and Mechanisms.
Expertise is not required, but willingness to learn and coordinate across other disciplines is highly desired.
Subsystem Management support is needed for the new ESA Visiting Vehicle Development.
This is ESAs first commercial vehicle, and it will demonstrate the ability to launch, dock and undock from ISS.
Ideally the candidate will be outgoing and a self-starter. As time allows other duties will include USDV development and other ISS visiting vehicles.
Candidate should be able to formulate presentations and present to boards as appropriate.
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 mechanical or aerospace engineering.

Must have 2 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Familiarity with NASA Standards for Structures and Mechanisms.

Previous NASA flight hardware experience.

DESIRED :

Self-Starter with a willingness to learn

Some background in Structures, Mechanisms, and Loads and Dynamics.

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 the time).

May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the 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.

WORKPLACE EXCELLENCE :

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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