NASA Docking Systems Engineer (BT-23135)

The Docking Systems Engineer will support the JETS II contract supporting NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide insight to and oversight of the design, analysis, test, manufacturing, and operation of docking systems supporting Orion, Gateway, and ISS.
• Become familiar with the details of the NASA Docking System Block 1 and/or Block 2, and/or other provider docking system designs as needed.
• Review proprietary Commercial partner and international partner documentation on their vehicle design as pertains to installation and operation of the docking system.
• Analyze partner requirements to assess conflicts, gaps, and adequate flow down and decomposition of the NASA program requirements.
• Participate in for NASA in design/test/certification reviews and provide specific comments to docking-system related documentation (particularly NASA Docking System or ISS interface design, test & verification requirements, linkage to interface requirements, analysis or test results, and acceptable verification closure data).
• Review and provide comments to Docking-related Safety Hazard reports, participate in the NASA safety panel reviews.
• Preparation and/or review of variances, exceptions and/or waivers to NASA requirements.
• Participate in a real-time flight support role requiring knowledge of docking system and vehicle operations, flight rules, and contingency procedures. This would also require training with a mission support team under various flight scenarios in the JSC Mission Control Center.
• Travel as needed to other NASA centers and commercial partner facilities, international and domestic, in support of duties.
• 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 and a minimum of 2+ years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Structural or mechanical system design experience including familiarity with design and analysis tools and testing methods.

DESIRED:

• BS degree in Systems, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering from an accredited engineering school and a minimum of ten (10) years of direct engineering experience, or a MS degree from an accredited engineering school and eight (8) years of direct engineering experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience with hardware and/or operations in direct engineering experience on space vehicles.
• Experience with, or exposure to, docking systems and docking operations.
• A working knowledge and experience with ISS, and/or Commercial Crew design and verification documentation and requirements.
• Working knowledge of NASA, JSC, and ISS standards, practices and requirements including safety, fault tolerance, FMEAs and unique disciplines (i.e. mechanisms, Structures, Materials, etc.).
• Experience with using CAD tools to open and manipulate CAD models or STP files in Creo.
• Systems Engineering experience/background or a desire to learn systems engineering.

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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