Associate Spaceflight Materials Engineer

Axiom Space; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space seeks an Associate Materials & Processing Engineer to advise on M&P requirements for spacecraft environments, select and certify hardware, and ensure compliance through testing and documentation reviews.

The role requires expertise in metallic and nonmetallic materials, technical reporting, and collaboration with internal and external customers. This is an on-site position at a fast-moving, mission-driven company advancing commercial human spaceflight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Materials Science/Engineering or related field.
• 0–2 years experience in a relevant environment.
• Ability to solve problems in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.

Responsibilities

• Advise on Materials & Processes requirements for IVA and EVA environments.
• Perform materials selection and certification of spaceflight hardware, including flammability, corrosion, and outgassing.
• Define testing and certification requirements and evaluate results for compliance.
• Review vendor documentation to ensure M&P requirements are met.
• Prepare technical reports for project milestone reviews and write M&P documentation as needed.

Skills

Passion for space

Growth mindset

Team collaboration

Technical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science/Engineering/Related Field

Master’s Degree in Materials Science/Engineering/Related Field

Job description

Axiom Space seeks an Associate Materials & Processing Engineer to advise on M&P requirements for spacecraft environments, select and certify hardware, and ensure compliance through testing and documentation reviews.

The role requires expertise in metallic and nonmetallic materials, technical reporting, and collaboration with internal and external customers. This is an on-site position at a fast-moving, mission-driven company advancing commercial human spaceflight.