Project Engineer - Environmental Control and Life Support System with Security Clearance

The Project Engineer, Environmental Contr ol and Life Support System will support the space program located in Houston, Texas (77058) RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop project documentation and maintaining status of drawings, and procurements.
• Generate essential paperwork and documents for tasks assigned, such as Task Performance Sheets (TPS), Discrepancy Reports (DR), and Detailed Test Procedures (DTP), as needed.
• Work with ECLSS Air Team to ensure the test strategy will provide sufficient information on the system performance and capabilities.
• Inspect hardware upon receipt to verify match with fabrication drawing/models.
• Test rig and equipment buildup as needed.
• Perform all system testing.
• Design and develop piping and instrumentation diagrams (PIDs) for life support systems.
• Perform pressure system calculations to verify system safety and ensure optimal function.
• Develop and present design/test readiness reviews.
• Develop test plan and test reports.
• Schedule testing with test facilities.
• Work with the ECLSS Air Team to develop a test schedule.
• Work with procurement personnel and vendors to order and secure procurements.
• Gather data analysis of test results.
• Assist project management with configuration contr ol of project documentation.
• Development of test procedures including working with various organizations across JSC for flight certification of hardware.
• Develop presentations.
• Develop logistics, manufacturing and procurement plan.
• Work in a team environment and report to the project manager to provide status on progress and issues and for support.
• 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 or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
• This position requires experience in the space industry or Department of Defense/Department of War.
• Must have a bachelor's degree.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of recent and related work experience.
• Experience with the development of project planning documents.
• Experience with 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.

Requisition Preferences

• Familiar with Johnson Space Center (JSC) organizations, processes, and procedures.
• Prior experience working in a system development project/program.
• Experience with NASA/JSC Class I flight hardware process and certification.
• Flight demo experience.
• Familiarity with feasibility assessments and trade studies.
• Self-motivated problem-solver.
• Team player who is adaptable to a dynamic environment and the ability to complete all assignments as required.

WORK LOCATION

• This position is located onsite and 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.
• 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. POSITION EXPECTED TO CLOSE (Colorado Only): This position is expected to close by 12/31/2026. 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. #EntryLevel #LI-Onsite BT-26190