Life Support Systems Mechanical Engineer for EVA Hardware

Axiom Space; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Axiom Space Inc. is seeking a resilient and high-energy Life Support Systems (LSS) Mechanical Engineer in Houston, Texas. This position involves developing and maturing hardware for the Axiom Extravehicular Activity (EVA) Spacesuit.

The ideal candidate should have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience. Key duties include defining space suit standards, generating CAD models, and communicating project progress.

Axiom fosters an inclusive workforce and promotes innovation in commercial space.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in life support engineering or similar role preferred.
• Strong understanding of space environments affecting design.
• Hands-on experience in building, testing, and assembling hardware.

Responsibilities

• Define and create modern space suit standards.
• Generate and review CAD models and engineering schematics.
• Communicate project progress to stakeholders.

Skills

Mechanical design tools (NX, Creo, or Solidworks)

Life support engineering

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Python

Job description

Axiom Space Inc. is seeking a resilient and high-energy Life Support Systems (LSS) Mechanical Engineer in Houston, Texas. This position involves developing and maturing hardware for the Axiom Extravehicular Activity (EVA) Spacesuit.

The ideal candidate should have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience. Key duties include defining space suit standards, generating CAD models, and communicating project progress.

Axiom fosters an inclusive workforce and promotes innovation in commercial space.