Project Engineer - Flight Projects

Barrios Technology Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrios Technology seeks a Project Engineer - Flight Projects to join our engineering team in Houston, supporting NASA and commercial space programs. You will develop project documentation, coordinate with design and analysis, inspect hardware, and assist with flight certification activities.

The role requires a engineering degree with hands-on experience in space hardware development, requirements, testing, and data analysis, along with strong communication skills and office software

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 2+ years' related experience.
• Experience developing requirements documents and verification criteria.
• Experience with design, assembly, verification, testing, and operation of space hardware systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical/electrical design, drawings, materials, and design software/tools.
• Able to prepare written documents and present at meetings.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Develop project documentation and maintain status of drawings, procurements, risks, etc.
• Collaborate with design team and analysts to meet project requirements.
• Inspect hardware on receipt to verify against fabrication drawings/models.
• Assemble test rigs and equipment as needed.
• Perform data analysis of test results.
• Assist management with configuration control of project documentation.
• Develop test procedures and interface with NASA/JSC for flight certification.
• Work with the ISS vehicle office to develop integrated operation con-ops.
• Create presentations and report progress with the team lead.
• Operate in a team environment and support peak periods as required.

Skills

Written documents

Verbal presentations

MS Office

Requirements documents

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD modeling software

Engineering drawings/CAD tools

Job description

Overview

Barrios Technology is an engineering solutions partner with more than 45 years of experience supporting NASA and the commercial space industry. We deliver innovative engineering, software, and technology integration services across NASA centers nationwide. Barrios prides itself on a people-focused culture that values creativity, diversity, professional growth, and a healthy work–life balance.

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer - Flight Projects to join the team with Barrios, a teammate company!

Responsibilities

The Project Engineer will focus on:

• Developing project documentation and maintaining status of drawings, procurements, risks. Etc.
• Working with design team and analyst to ensure project requirements are achieved.
• Inspection of hardware upon receipt to verify match with fabrication drawing/models
• Test rig and equipment buildup as needed
• Data analysis of test results
• Assist project management with configuration control of project documentation
• Development of test procedures including working with various organizations across JSC for flight certification of hardware.
• Working with the ISS community, specifically the vehicle office, to develop integrated operation con-ops
• Develop presentations.
• Work in a team environment and report to the team lead to provide status on progress and issues and for support.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience/Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, plus two (2) years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Experience with the development of requirements documents including functional requirements and verification success criteria.
• Experience with the design, assembly, verification, testing, and operation of space hardware systems
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the space hardware field, such as mechanical and electrical system design, engineering drawings and sketches, material selection, and design software and tools
• Ability to prepare written documents and to verbally present at various meetings
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products

Preferences:

• Previous experience in designing and building EVA related unique hardware
• Previous testing experience
• Knowledge/use of CAD modeling software
• Familiarity with machine shop techniques and processing hardware through the manufacturing process.
• Ability to perform hands on test buildup, data processing, and documentation including test plans and reports
• Experience with NASA flight hardware certification process highly desired.
• Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures
• Ability to work independently

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also ave:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable

Essential Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Applicant selected may be subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Work may involve sitting for extended periods.
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lb.
• Must have sufficient mobility to enter areas of test facilities where necessary.
• Generally, an office environment but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, etc.)
• Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements when required.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
• Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
• Thispositionmayrequiresomecommutingand travelingto other installations as needed.

Barrios Technology is a drug-free workplace, which is imperative to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of receiving contracts from federal agencies. Please remember that regardless of the legalization of marijuana in several states, possession and use continues to be illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act. This includes the use of some CBD products. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.

Barrios Technology is an Equal Employment Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.