Outsource Manufacturing Coordinator

Axiom Space; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in space exploration is seeking an Outsource Manufacturing Coordinator to manage coordination between vendors and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of manufactured items and compliance with industry standards. The successful candidate will possess a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, have a minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing or supply chain, and must be able to communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. The role is based onsite at our Houston facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or 5 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, and/or production.
• Must have experience in machining practices.
• Knowledge of procurement practices and methods.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact between Axiom and its vendor base.
• Collaborate with outside vendors to coordinate quotes and deliveries.
• Ensure all potential partners hold requisite certifications.
• Monitor vendor lead times and drive on‑time delivery.

Skills

Machining practices

Procurement practices

Project Management methodologies

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Outsource Manufacturing Coordinator who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

Position Summary

Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Outsource Manufacturing Coordinator, who will primarily be responsible for coordinating the outsourcing of requested manufactured items and test support from the RFQ process through receipt of the finished goods. This position reports to the Production Planning Manager. This role is onsite and will be based at our SSDF facility.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact between Axiom and its vendor base, fostering strong, long‑term working relationships.
• Collaborate with outside vendors and service providers to coordinate quotes, deliveries and all associated deliverables or supporting products (i.e., documentation, tooling, etc.).
• Translate internal engineering and manufacturing requirements — including drawings, specifications, and Bills of Materials — into clear, concise work packages for vendor execution.
• Identify and evaluate third‑party manufacturers, sub‑contractors, and service providers specializing in aerospace components, processes (e.g., machining, specialized coatings, non‑destructive testing), and services.
• Ensure all potential Axiom partners hold requisite AS9100/ISO 9001 certifications, quality clearances, and meet internal aerospace compliance standards.
• Generate, submit, and monitor RFQ documentation for obtaining quote packages ensuring conformance to the project specifications and requirements.
• Minimize supply chain risk while maintaining competitive cost structures through strategic sourcing and partner diversification.
• Ensure strict adherence to Axiom’s proprietary information handling and IP protection protocols across all vendor engagements.
• Collaborate with Production Planning to forecast outsourcing capacity needs.
• Monitor vendor lead times and drive on‑time delivery (OTD) performance in support of the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Communicate project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership.
• 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and/or 5 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, and/or production, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have experience in machining practices.
• Knowledge of procurement practices and methods.
• Detailed understanding/ability to interpret engineering design products (drawing, models, requirement documentation, etc.).
• Experience with Project Management methodologies is strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast‑moving environments.
• Uses good judgement to problem‑solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges.
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results.

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.

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

• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• 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.