Electronics Design Engineer (BT-24103) at Bastion Technologies, Inc. in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

The VIPER Power Electronics Design Engineer - Space Exploration Power Systems will support the JETS II in Houston.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Report directly to the electronics and electrical section manager as part of group of over 45 other electronics and electrical engineers.
• Work directly with or as a team Lead and associated.
• Electrical engineers on a given project.
• Support new designs from conception, analysis, and manufacturing, through to operational test and deployment.
• Provide power systems design support and guidance in various aspects of electronics system development.
• Be familiar with NASA specifications for electronics component development.
• Develop component test stand architectures for various components.
• Design and generate electrical component and lab instrumentation test system designs
• - Develop and or modify LabVIEW code for various test systems.
• Develop detailed test verification procedures.
• Work with electrical and mechanical technicians to build and test designed systems.
• Develop and test various breakout boxes and digital/analog sensor emulation systems.
• Perform electrical evaluation/selection of instrumentation (pressure transducers, flow meters, pumps, fans, RTDs, Thermocouples, etc.).
• Troubleshoot and repair existing test systems.
• Conduct analog and digital printed circuit board design for various application needs.
• Develop test software modules to perform specific tests.
• Work with eCAD designer to develop printed circuit board designs.
• Work in a laboratory environment, following standard operating procedures.
• 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 a minimum of a bachelor's degree in engineering and possess 4+ years of related experience.
• Prior experience with Analog, Digital, and Power electrical schematic entry and printed circuit board layout tools such as:
  • Prior experience with system testing and troubleshooting electrical systems
  • Prior experience with anomaly investigation and root-cause failure analysis
  • Prior experience with Generating Electrical Procedures
  • Prior experience with mission operation for the viper power
  • Prior experience with Work with other disciplines
  • Prior experience with power analysis, spice simulation, and derating cables/PCB
  • Prior experience with understanding system requirements and requirements verification and validation
  • Prior experience with analog circuit design for space applications/Land/Air and schematic capture using Altium
  • Prior experience in system engineering and environmental testing
  • Prior experience leading electronics design engineering team and capable for mentoring others
  • Prior experience with JSC standards and processes

DESIRED:

• Familiarity with data interface protocols and associated hardware such as Ethernet, RS232, RS422, RS485, I2C, SPI, etc.
• Experience with system hardware test such as oscilloscopes, multi-meters, logic analyzers, function.
• Familiarity with mathematical modeling and algorithm development in MATLAB.
• Familiarity with hyperlynx.
• Familiarity with power budget.
• Familiarity with Power and Digital circuit design.
• Familiarity with in-line EEE parts selection.
• Familiarity with configuration management.
• Familiarity with version control software like Subversion (SVN).
• Proficient in MS Office programs, particularly Microsoft, Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, OneNote, SharePoint, and Outlook.
• Strong communication and organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment

WORK LOCATION:

• This position may require some travel.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check, some positions require a clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen; some contracts require participation in periodic random drug and alcohol screening programs.

STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• All of Bastion's employees must be team players.
• 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 have a strong work ethic and must be safety culture oriented.
• Must be organized with good time management skills.
• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time).
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
• Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

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, and flexible work schedules (when available). 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.

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY:

At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. We are committed to a journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company, that philosophy fosters an environment of collaboration across cultures. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value and help us develop solutions for challenging problems, they make us more inventive, and more resilient.

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.

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