Spaceflight Life Support Mechanical Engineer

Axiom Space; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space is seeking a skilled Life Support Systems Mechanical Engineer to drive innovation in space suit technology. This role involves developing and maturing spaceflight hardware for Axiom's EVA suits, requiring expertise in mechanical design and life support systems.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, with over 3 years of experience and proficiency in design tools like NX and Python. A strong understanding of space environments is essential to excel in this dynamic position.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Define and create modern space suit standards and practices.
• Generate CAD models and engineering schematics.
• Validate designs by analysis or test.

Skills

Mechanical design

Life support engineering

Agile project management

CAD tools usage

Communication skills

Education

B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NX

Creo

Solidworks

Python

Job description

Axiom Space is seeking a skilled Life Support Systems Mechanical Engineer to drive innovation in space suit technology. This role involves developing and maturing spaceflight hardware for Axiom's EVA suits, requiring expertise in mechanical design and life support systems.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, with over 3 years of experience and proficiency in design tools like NX and Python. A strong understanding of space environments is essential to excel in this dynamic position.