Materials & Processing Engineer III

Axiom Space • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Materials & Processing Engineer III advises on Materials & Processes (M&P) requirements for spacecraft environments and selects and certifies custom and commercially available spaceflight hardware. The role assesses hardware properties including flammability, toxicity, vacuum outgassing, corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking, and helps ensure project compliance through testing, documentation, and review. It requires knowledge of metallic and nonmetallic materials and their specifications, properties, and testing; preparation of technical reports; creation and review of M&P documentation; and participation in project milestone reviews. The engineer interfaces with internal and external customers at all levels and works collaboratively in a team and learning environment.

The work is generally performed in an office, though tasks may involve indoor or outdoor work. Work may require sitting or standing for extended periods, and lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds. Applicants must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation and provide proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency. Management may select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field, with 4–9 years of experience; or a master’s degree in one of these fields with 2–7 years of experience; or a Ph.D. in one of these fields with 1–5 years of materials and processes engineering experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of metallic and nonmetallic materials specifications, properties, and testing.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to present technical information effectively.
• Result-oriented approach and creative problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work in a team environment and be self-motivated.
• Ability to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency.

Responsibilities

• Advise, guide, and consult on applicable M&P program requirements for intravehicular (IVA) and extravehicular (EVA) environments.
• Select, assess, and certify custom and off-the-shelf commercial spaceflight hardware, including for flammability, toxicity, vacuum outgassing, corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking.
• Define testing and certification requirements and evaluate test results for project-level compliance.
• Review project documentation and drawings for spaceflight hardware to verify that requirements are met.
• Review vendor documentation to ensure processes and procedures—including qualification, specification, control, training, testing, and acceptance—meet M&P requirements.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports and participate in project milestone reviews.
• Write M&P documentation as needed, including certifications, process specifications, and test plans.
• Interface with internal and external customers at all levels and collaborate in a team and learning environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level