Mechanical Engineer (Mechanisms)

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 nationwide. Barrios fosters a people-focused culture that values creativity, diversity, professional growth, and a healthy work–life balance. 

Exciting opportunities and partnerships molding the future of space exploration have led to the need for Mechanical Engineers with expertise in Mechanisms at Barrios Technology. Working alongside our commercial spaceflight partners, our team is positioned to contribute to the future of space exploration. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to play in a role in various commercial space endeavors with our partners that include NASA, Intuitive Machines, Axiom Space, Lockheed Martin, and others.

The Mechanical Engineer (Mechanisms) will:

• Design and develop mechanisms and electromechanical assemblies for spaceflight systems.
• Generate and maintain 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, bills of materials, and technical documentation in accordance with engineering standards and program requirements.
• Perform engineering analyses including hand calculations, tolerance analyses, and preliminary structural and mechanism performance assessments.
• Develop and execute verification activities, including functional, environmental, and life-cycle testing of mechanism hardware.
• Support hardware procurement, manufacturing, assembly, integration, troubleshooting, and delivery.
• Collaborate with systems, structures, avionics, software, manufacturing, and test teams to integrate mechanism hardware into flight systems.
• Participate in requirements development, design reviews, and verification planning activities.
• Support customer presentations, technical reviews, and program milestones.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Required Education/Experience/Skills:

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited institution, plus zero (0) to five (5) years of experience. 
• Knowledge of mechanical system, mechanism, and electromechanical assembly design gained through academic, internship, project, or professional experience.
• Experience using CAD modeling software (Creo, NX, SolidWorks, or similar).
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards.
• Knowledge of Windchill or other PLM tools.
• Experience creating engineering drawings, bills of materials, work orders, assembly procedures, and test plans through academic, internship, project, or professional experience.
• Knowledge of mechanism design principles and machine elements, including motion-control systems, actuators, gears, bearings, and structural interfaces.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electromechanical system requirements, verification methods, and hardware testing.
• Ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary engineering teams with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferences:

• Experience with spaceflight systems.
• Experience with environmental testing, including vibration, thermal-vacuum, shock, or life-cycle testing.
• Experience with engineering analysis tools or motion simulation software.
• Experience using FEA modeling software (Ansys, Simcenter, etc.).
• Master's degree in engineering.

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.
• This position may require some commuting and traveling to other installations as needed.

 Don’t miss out on this great opportunity; for immediate consideration, apply now!

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.