Materials & Processing Engineer III

Axiom Space; Georgia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space is seeking a Senior Materials & Processes Engineer to advise on M&P requirements for spacecraft environments and certify hardware for flammability, outgassing, corrosion, and related properties. You will prepare technical reports, write certifications and test plans, and participate in project milestone reviews.

Daily work involves collaboration with internal and external customers in a team-oriented environment, ensuring compliance through testing and detailed documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in materials field with related experience, ranges vary by degree.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Advise on M&P program requirements for IVA and EVA environments.
• Perform materials selection, assessment, and certification of spaceflight hardware (flammability, corrosion, etc.).
• Define testing and certification requirements and evaluate results for project compliance.
• Review vendor documentation to ensure M&P processes meet requirements.
• Write M&P documentation including certifications and test plans.
• Interface with internal/external customers and work in a team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Presentation of technical information

Collaborative learning

Teamwork

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science/Materials Engineering/Chemical Engineering

Master's degree in Materials Science/Materials Engineering/Chemical Engineering

Ph.D. in Materials Science/Materials Engineering/Chemical Engineering

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Senior Materials & Processes Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Senior Materials & Processes Engineer, advising on Materials & Processes (M&P) requirements for spacecraft environments, selecting and certifying spaceflight hardware for properties like flammability and corrosion, and ensuring compliance through testing and documentation reviews. It requires expertise in metallic and nonmetallic materials, preparation of technical reports, and M&P documentation such as certifications and test plans, and participation in project milestone reviews.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Advise, guide, and provide consultation on applicable Materials & Processes program requirements for intravehicular (IVA) and extravehicular (EVA) environments. Perform materials selection, assessment, and certification of custom and off-the-shelf commercial spaceflight hardware, including flammability, toxicity, vacuum outgassing, corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking.

Define testing and certification requirements and evaluate test results for compliance with requirements at the project level. Provide expertise and review of project documentation and drawings for space flight hardware to verify that requirements are met. Review vendor documentation to ensure processes and procedures (e.g., qualification, specification, control, training, testing, acceptance, etc.) meet M&P requirements.

Knowledge of metallic and nonmetallic materials specifications, properties, and testing. Preparation and delivery of technical reports during participation in project milestone reviews. Write M&P documentation as needed, including certifications, process specifications, test plans, etc.

Daily tasks include interfacing with internal and external customers at all levels and working collaboratively in a team environment. Participation in a collaborative learning environment. Other 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

Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field, with 4-9 years of experience; or Master's Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field, with 2-7 years of experience; or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field, with 1-5 years of experience in materials and processes engineering; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skill. Excellent communication skill, verbal and written. Excellent organizational skills. Excellent presentation of technical information. Participation in a collaborative learning environment. Result oriented personality with a creative approach to problem solving. Ability to work in a team environment. Self-motivated.

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 US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.

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, telephone, printer, etc.).

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Company Overview

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.