Cryogenic Mechanical Engineer - Space Systems (Houston)

Bastion Technologies, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule with every other Friday

Onsite location in Houston

Job summary

Bastion Technologies, Inc. seeks a Cryogenics Mechanical Engineer to support NASA space program activities in Houston, Texas.

The role focuses on designing and analyzing cryogenic systems, coordinating with vendors, and guiding fabrication and testing to ensure safe, reliable operation. The ideal candidate will bring 2+ years of cryogenic/mechanical design experience, with knowledge of piping, welding, materials, and relevant codes.

Qualifications

• This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
• This position requires experience in the space industry or Department of Defense/Department of War.
• Must have a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• Must have 2+ years of recent progressively responsible mechanical design work experience.
• Experience with mechanical stress analysis of pressure components, mechanical equipment design, and hands on system development.
• Knowledge of machining, welding, piping, and pipe fitting practices.
• Ability to positively interact with and support contractors, vendors, and procurement professionals.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering design and analysis for cryogenic components, vacuum jacketed and warm piping systems, and associated mechanical systems.
• Develop procurement and fabrication documentation, including Statements of Work, specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Coordinate with vendors and fabricators, participate in design reviews, and witness key testing activities.
• Support facility operations for 20 K helium systems, 80 K liquid nitrogen storage, and distribution systems.
• Provide troubleshooting, maintenance guidance, and technical oversight during equipment assembly, installation, and commissioning.
• Prepare and participate in safety reviews, hazard analyses, operational procedures, and engineering review boards.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplined engineering teams and present design and technical findings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cryogenic piping design

Stress analysis

Vendor coordination

Piping and welding knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Inventor

AutoCAD

ANSYS

Job description

Bastion Technologies, Inc. seeks a Cryogenics Mechanical Engineer to support NASA space program activities in Houston, Texas.

The role focuses on designing and analyzing cryogenic systems, coordinating with vendors, and guiding fabrication and testing to ensure safe, reliable operation. The ideal candidate will bring 2+ years of cryogenic/mechanical design experience, with knowledge of piping, welding, materials, and relevant codes.