Mid-Level Propulsion Engineer (BT-24174)

Bastion Technologies - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Mid-Level Propulsion Engineer will support the JETS II contract in Houston, Texas. This position involves working with NASA JSC EP4 Branch and requires knowledge in component and system certification, as well as the impacts of component design and operating environment on certification. The engineer will provide support to national and international customers for Gateway and International Space, visiting vehicles, and Commercial Crew customers. The role includes writing technical and progress reports, resolving unique propulsion subsystem problems, and supporting flight Anomaly Resolution and In-Flight Investigation reviews.

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiar with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures.
• Familiarity with the NASA JSC Engineering Life Cycle process.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance.
• Retirement 401k.
• Vacation, sick pay, holidays.
• Flexible work schedules (when available).
• Support for career advancement through professional training and development.