Mechanical Design Engineer - Space Exploration Projects
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 are looking for a passionate individual to join our team to support human space exploration and contribute to systems that enable space exploration while benefiting people on Earth. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team with Barrio Technologies, a teammate company, as a Mechanical Design Engineer - Space Exploration Projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, plus ten (10) years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- Prior NASA (especially JSC) or aerospace development & manufacturing experience
- Familiarity with JSC Engineering Drawing System Manual (JPR 8500)
- Familiarity with JSC Fabrication Tolerances and Practices (SKZ36103755)
- Experience designing NASA flight hardware and creating drawings for NASA/JSC
- Mechanisms or robotics design experience
- Experience using PTC CREO or Pro/Engineer and related extensions such as Cabling, Piping, Sheetmetal and Simulation
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
Benefits
- Barrios Technology is a drug-free workplace
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
