Life Support Systems (LSS) Mechanical Engineer

Axiom Space; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space is seeking a resilient LSS Mechanical Engineer to support the AxPLSS team in developing, maturing, and operating spaceflight hardware for EVA spacesuits. You will own the product delivery timeline from concept through on-orbit services, contributing to multiple mission environments in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include drafting CAD models and analyses, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring design quality through testing and documentation.

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field; 3+ years life support engineering preferred.
• Experience with space environments and how they affect design decisions.
• Experience defining engineering standards, processes, and practices.
• Hands-on experience building, testing, and/or assembling hardware.
• Track record of delivering outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
• Familiarity with flight hardware development and certification preferred.
• Knowledge of NASA or commercial space program standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and create modern space suit standards and practices; drive production and operation.
• Generate/review CAD models, schematics, drawings, analyses, and procedures for components and suit assemblies.
• Proficient with mechanical design tools and analysis tools; ensure design integrity.
• Establish efficient product lifecycle from supply chain to final integration balancing cost, complexity, and quality.
• Validate designs by analysis or test; produce development articles as needed.
• Lead design and production reviews with suppliers and customers.
• Support manufacturing and assembly of hardware in facility and on-orbit operations.
• Communicate project progress, status, and issues to stakeholders and leadership.
• Implement and maintain agile project management throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Mechanical design tools

Python

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NX

Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

About Axiom Space

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. For more information about Axiom Space, visit www.axiomspace.com. Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for a resilient, high-energy, experienced LSS Mechanical Engineer, who will primarily be responsible for aiding Axiom’s Portable Life Support System (or AxPLSS) team with the development, maturation, and operation of spaceflight hardware to support the Axiom Extravehicular Activity (EVA) Spacesuit. This role will develop, iterate, and mature single-suit architecture designs for multiple mission environments (microgravity, partial gravity) by owning product delivery timelines through concept, design, fabrication, assembly, delivery, on-orbit demonstration, and on-orbit services.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define and create modern space suit standards and practices, driving Axiom to the forefront of space suit production and operation
• Generate and/or review CAD models engineering schematics, drawings, analysis, assessments, and procedures for components, assemblies, and suit assembly
• Proficiency with mechanical design tools (NX, Creo, or Solidworks) and analysis tools (Python, or equivalent)
• Establish an efficient product lifecycle starting in the supply chain all the way through final integration that balances cost, complexity, and quality
• Validate designs by analysis or test, building development articles as needed
• Lead design and production reviews internally and externally with suppliers and customers
• Support the manufacturing and assembly of hardware in the facility and through on-orbit operation
• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership
• Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field required 3+ years’ experience in life support engineering, or similar role preferred Strong understanding of space environments (grounding/bonding, thermal, vacuum, regolith) and how they affect design decisions Experience in defining and implementing engineering standards, processes, and practices Hands on experience building, testing, and/or assembling hardware Track record of delivering outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges Proven to deliver high quality results under tight deadlines Familiarity with flight hardware development and certification is preferred Knowledge of NASA or commercial space program standards is preferred

Core Skills

Passion for space and the mission Entrepreneurial, growth mindset High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster Skills Executes priorities with precision and pace High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Core Competencies:

Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Accountability Technical Rigor Execution Discipline Pride of Delivery

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Requirements

This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In accordance with U.S. exportcontrol laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional exportcontrol screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment. Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time) May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)

Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Axiom Space is building the world’s first commercial space station – Axiom Station. Serving as a cornerstone for sustained human presence in space, this next‑generation orbital platform fosters groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity, and cultivates the vibrant, global space economy of tomorrow. Today, driven by the vision of leading humanity's journey off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services to the International Space Station and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and low-Earth orbit. Axiom Space is building era-defining space infrastructure that will empower our civilization to transcend Earth for the benefit of every human, everywhere.