Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) Engineer

Bastion Technologies, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

Hybrid work arrangement

Travel may be required

Job summary

Bastion Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) Engineer to support the space program at the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Hybrid schedule with 9/80 workweeks and travel may be required.

The candidate will develop and maintain SAPHIRE models, review reliability docs, and perform PRA for the HLS Moon2Mars program, providing risk-informed recommendations and analyses to support complex flight projects.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required due to sensitivity of information.
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field (e.g., physics, engineering, math).
• 5+ years of related work experience; in lieu of degree, 9+ years will be considered.
• Ability to manage multiple parallel tasks with effective time management.
• Ability to synthesize large volumes of information and clearly summarize key insights.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update integrated logic models and quantitative fault tree analyses (SAPHIRE) for risk models.
• Review and assess project reliability documentation to ensure alignment with requirements.
• Develop analytical tools to satisfy reliability and risk assessment requirements.
• Conduct Probabilistic Risk Assessments (PRA) for the HLS Moon2Mars program and support model development.
• Provide expertise evaluating manufacturing, inspection, and test documentation.
• Perform focused quantitative risk assessments to support risk-informed decisions.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Analytical thinking

Synthesis of information

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

MATLAB

CAFTA

Python

Job description

The Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) Engineer will support the space program located at the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, maintain, and update integrated logic models and quantitative fault tree analyses (SAPHIRE) supporting risk models for the Human Landing System (HLS) program.
• Review and assess project reliability documentation to ensure consistency and alignment with program requirements.
• Develop and use analytical tools to identify and satisfy reliability and risk assessment requirements for MSFC programs and projects.
• Conduct Probabilistic Risk Assessments (PRA) for the HLS Moon2Mars Program, including support for PRA model development, problem investigations, root‑cause analysis, and corrective‑action recommendations.
• Provide expertise in evaluating documentation related to manufacturing, inspection, and test processes for programs and projects.
• Perform focused quantitative risk assessments to support risk‑informed decisions on flight risk and mitigation alternatives.
• Perform 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 due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
• Must have a bachelor's degree in a STEM related field (e.g., physics, engineering, math, etc).
• Must have 5+ years of recent and related work experience.
• In lieu of degree: Candidates with 9+ years of recent and related experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple parallel tasks at varying levels of maturity with effective time management.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize large volumes of information and clearly summarize key insights.

DESIRED:

• Experience with engineering software tools such as MATLAB, CAFTA, and Python.
• NASA experience preferred; MSFC experience strongly preferred.

WORK LOCATION:

• This is a hybrid position that offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off; some travel may be required.
• Schedules are subject to change based on the requirements of the position and/or customer needs.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check and some positions require clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and are required to participate in periodic random drug and alcohol screenings.

STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TEAMS.
• All of Bastion's employees must be team players with strong work ethics and must be culture oriented.
• 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 be organized with good time management skills and must be able to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
• 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) and may require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).
• Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.

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, flexible work schedules (when available), along with many other options. 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. 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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