Junior Stress Analyst

Barrios Technology • Houston, TX

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

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.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Stress Analyst to join the team with Barrios Technologies, a teammate company. We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, plus one (1) year of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Familiarity with desktop software applications, MS Office is required.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
• 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.
• Must have sufficient mobility to enter areas of test facilities where necessary.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience performing structural analysis on NASA spaceflight hardware
• Previous Experience using the Finite Elements Analysis Tools listed in the job description
• Previous Experience or familiarity with NASGRO

Responsibilities

• Support structural analysis tasks supporting our NASA/JSC customer in the Structures Branch
• Review and understand structural requirements on Flight Hardware, Ground Support Equipment, and Test Support Equipment
• Use stress analysis experience to perform classical hand calculations for stress analysis and determine Margins of Safety
• Create Finite element models using PATRAN, FEMAP, or more advanced solutions in MSC/MARC
• Apply loads and boundary conditions to Finite Element Models, post-process results.
• Calculate Margins of Safety for parts and assemblies
• Prepare structural analysis reports
• Collaborate with other engineers to find resolutions to technical issues
• Assess parts and Assemblies for Fracture Control per NASA-STD-5019
• Assess Fastener/Joint assemblies per NASA-STD-5020
• Be familiar with NASA-STD-5001, NASA-STD-5005, and other relevant NASA standards
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• professional growth
• healthy work–life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level