Cryogenics Mechanical Engineer

About the role

Bastion, a teammate company of NASA's largest engineering solutions provider, is looking for a Cryogenics Mechanical Engineer to join its team supporting NASA's deep space exploration work at centers across the United States. The role is on-site and involves designing and supporting cryogenic systems.

Key responsibilities

• Perform engineering design and analysis for cryogenic components, vacuum jacketed and warm piping systems and associated mechanical systems.
• Develop procurement and fabrication documentation, including Statements of Work, specifications and engineering drawings.
• Coordinate with vendors and fabricators, take part in design reviews and witness key testing.
• Support facility operations for 20 K helium systems, 80 K liquid nitrogen storage and distribution systems.
• Provide troubleshooting, maintenance guidance and technical oversight during assembly, installation and commissioning.
• Take part in safety reviews, hazard analyses, operational procedures and engineering review boards.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams and present design and technical findings.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Typically 2-5 years of experience in the field or a related area, including at least two years of progressively responsible mechanical design experience.
• Experience with mechanical stress analysis of pressure components, equipment design and hands-on system development.
• Ability to work with contractors, vendors and procurement professionals.
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency and ability to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Required skills

• Knowledge of machining, welding, piping and pipe fitting practices.
• Cryogenic piping design, fluid flow and heat transfer analysis, and familiarity with ASME BPVC VIII, ASME B31.3, NFPA and OSHA.
• 3D CAD and analysis tools such as Creo, SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD and ANSYS.
• High vacuum systems and helium mass spectrometer leak detection.

What we offer

• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, parental leave and educational reimbursement.
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off) when applicable, onsite cafeteria and career growth opportunities.