Space Exploration Mechanical Design Engineer

Barrios Technology; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrios Technology in Houston, TX, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support NASA's space exploration programs. You will analyze requirements, develop design solutions, and create drawings that meet ASME Y14.5 standards, using 3D CAD tools to model parts and assemblies.

You will perform thermal, structural, and tolerance analyses, carry out hand calculations, and present at design reviews. This role requires collaboration, strong communication, and a passion for innovative space

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, plus 15 years of related experience.
• Experience designing parts and assemblies using 3D CAD modeling software.
• Experience producing drawings conforming to ASME Y14.5.
• Experience applying tolerance analyses, including thermal effects and GD&T.
• Experience with machine shop processes and rapid prototyping (3D printing).
• Experience with both structural and thermal analysis of parts and assemblies.
• Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support NASA's future space exploration activities
• Work in a team environment to analyze requirements and develop design solutions
• Design, develop, test, analyze, and implement technical products and systems
• Perform engineering design evaluations
• Produce engineering drawings conforming to applicable standards
• Perform dimensional tolerance analyses, including thermal effects and GD&T
• Perform functional, structural and thermal analyses as required
• Support design with hand calculations for fit, function, strength and thermal response
• Prepare and present at various design reviews
• Produce other design documentation as required
• Perform other reporting duties as required

Skills

3D CAD modeling

ASME Y14.5

GD&T

Thermal analysis

Structural analysis

Creo/Pro/Engineer

Mechanical design

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

Creo/Pro/Engineer

Job description

Barrios Technology in Houston, TX, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support NASA's space exploration programs. You will analyze requirements, develop design solutions, and create drawings that meet ASME Y14.5 standards, using 3D CAD tools to model parts and assemblies.

You will perform thermal, structural, and tolerance analyses, carry out hand calculations, and present at design reviews. This role requires collaboration, strong communication, and a passion for innovative space