Mechanical Engineer, Specialist

Axiom Space; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space seeks a resilient Mechanical Engineer II to advance spaceflight hardware for the EVA spacesuit program. The role involves designing, maturing, and delivering hardware from concept through on-orbit demonstration, reporting to the Manager – Structures & Mechanisms at the Gemini Facility in Webster, TX.

You will develop single-suit architecture for microgravity and partial gravity environments, manage timelines, and contribute to test, model, and documentation efforts in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering required; Master’s preferred.
• 2–6 years of mechanical engineering experience in mechanisms, mechatronics or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of static and dynamics, structural analysis, fracture control, fatigue, thermal effects, materials and lubrication.
• Experience with SOLIDWORKS, GD&T per ASME Y-14.5, and FEA tools.
• Background with spaceflight hardware design and NASA standards preferred.
• Able to problem-solve, meet deadlines and document work.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and evaluate the structural and mechanical components for commercial space station systems.
• Develop requirements and execute the engineering product lifecycle.
• Perform preliminary analysis using free-body diagrams, hand calculations and FEA.
• Deliver high-quality models and drawings in a fast-paced environment.
• Oversee manufacturing and assembly of hardware.
• Accountable for designs, calculations, analysis and results.
• Present findings to managers, clients and customers.
• Document progress, capture knowledge and maintain an engineering notebook.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned.

Skills

Static & dynamics

Structural analysis

Fatigue

Thermal effects

Materials & lubrication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SOLIDWORKS

FEA software

MATLAB & Simulink

ASME Y-14.5 GD&T

Job description

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 Mechanical Engineer II, who will primarily be responsible for aiding 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. This position reports to the Manager – Structures & Mechanisms and will be based onsite at our Gemini Facility in Webster, Texas.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, test, and evaluation of the structural and mechanical components that make up the commercial space station systems.
• Develop requirements and execute the engineering product lifecycle.
• Perform preliminary analysis using free-body diagrams, hand calculations & FEA.
• Deliver high-quality models and drawings in a fast-paced environment.
• Oversee manufacturing and assembly of hardware.
• Accountable for your designs, calculations, analysis, and results.
• Present findings and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.
• Systematically document progress, capture knowledge, and maintain an engineering notebook.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical engineering, or related field required. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• 2 to 6 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering applied to mechanisms, mechatronics in aeronautical and space, automotive or robotics engineering field.
• Strong knowledge of static & dynamics, structural analysis, fracture control, fatigue, thermal effects, materials & lubrication. Experience with SOLIDWORKS 3D modeling software or similar computer aided design tool. Experience creating engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y-14.5. Background with Spaceflight hardware design & NASA standards preferred. Experience with FEA software packages and MathWorks MATLAB & Simulink products preferred. Experience with Design for manufacturing, qualification & acceptance testing preferred.
• 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

• 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

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. export‑control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export‑control 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.)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, 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 a protected individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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

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.