Mechanical Project Engineer

Axiom Space•Houston, TX

17d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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 Mechanical Project Engineer 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 Project Engineer with deep knowledge in structural and mechanical engineering and a background directing complex technical projects from conception to completion. In this role they will be responsible for the design and development of structural and mechanical subsystems of the first commercial space station. This role is onsite, based at our Space Systems Development Facility (SSDF) and reports to the Mechanical Project Engineering Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field and 10+ years’ experience leading Engineering projects.
Deep technical understanding in structural integrity verification and mechanical system integration.
Highly proficient in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, etc.).
Experience with SOLIDWORKS 3D modeling software or similar computer aided design tool.
Experience with project management software (Microsoft Project, Primavera P6).
Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
Uses good judgement to solve problems proactively, impacting hard challenges.
Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high-quality results.
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.
Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork.
Accountability
Technical Rigor
Execution Discipline
Pride of Delivery

Nice To Haves

Spaceflight hardware design background preferred
Experience working with NASA requirements and contractual agreements and spaceflight hardware development and certification preferred.
Experience with PDM software such as SolidWorks Product Data Management (PDM) or similar preferred.
Experience with Atlassian suite preferred.

Responsibilities

Define and manage project scope, resource allocation, budgets, work/product breakdown structures, identify and ensure compliance to product requirement specifications.
Mature and deliver product designs and project deliverables in alignment with product lifecycle milestone entrance and exit criteria.
Negotiate vendor contracts, monitor performance, and verify deliverables for compliance ensure compliance with contractual agreements for complex structural subsystem.
Present technical compliance, status updates, and milestone progress to executive leadership and external clients.
Lead product team through all phases of a project – requirements development, design, prototyping, procurement, verification & validation, production, delivery, and obsolescence.
Assign complex technical objectives into clear tasks across multidisciplinary teams.
Prepare and execute trade studies to facilitate the closure of major project decision points, interpret and review engineering drawings, design criteria, and technical reports.
Plan and lead build flows, test flows, integration efforts, and project risks mitigation activities.
Investigate root causes, resolve cross-cutting engineering issues, and manage discrepancies.
Ensure products meet rigorous NASA standards, FAA regulations, and quality safety requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.