Sewing Technician

Axiom Space•Houston, TX

3d•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 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 Sewing Technician who is responsible for fabrication, assembly and repair of soft-good components and assemblies. This role requires proficiency in the use and operation of the following industrial sewing machines, Straight Stitch (single and double needle), Walking Foot, Bartack, Buttonhole and 3 Thread Rolled Hem Serger. Candidate will be required to complete safety training as well as training on operating procedures and desk instructions. Perform duties in accordance with established flight and training process procedures and work-authorizing documents. Proficient in reading soft-goods fabrication and assembly drawings. Proficient in the fabrication of soft-goods patterns.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, 5+ years of sewing/softgood manufacturing preferably in the aerospace field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficient in the use and operation of the following industrial sewing machines, Straight Stitch (single and double needle), Walking Foot, Bartack, Buttonhole and 3 Thread Rolled Hem Serger.
Proficient in reading soft-goods fabrication and assembly drawings.
Proficient in the fabrication of soft-goods patterns.
Ability to sew materials by hand and/or sewing machine, to join, gather, reinforce, or decorate materials or fabricated articles to very tight tolerances.
Ability to cut materials according to specifications, or cuts excess material or thread from finished product, using blade, scissors, or electric knife to very tight tolerances.
Monitors machine operation to detect problems, such as defective stitching, breaks in thread, or machine malfunction.
Capacity to work in a team environment.
Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges.
Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results.
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
Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Sew materials by hand and/or sewing machine, to join, gather, reinforce, or decorate materials or fabricated articles to tight tolerances.
Cuts materials, according to specifications, or cuts excess material or thread from finished product, using blade, scissors, or electric knife.
Examines and measures finished articles to verify conformance to standards.
Monitors machine operation to detect problems, such as defective stitching, breaks in thread, or machine malfunction.
Mounts attachments, such as needles, and adjusts machine guides according to specifications.
Places spools of thread, cord, or other materials on spindles, inserts bobbin, and threads ends through machine guides and components.
Positions and marks patterns on materials to prepare for sewing.
Positions materials through feed rollers and guides, or positions and maneuvers under sewing machine presser foot and needle during operation.
Removes finished materials from sewing machine.
Replaces needle and cleans/oils sewing machines to maintain equipment.
Records amount of materials processed in production logs.
Responsible for the quality and accuracy of the product fabrication according to the fabrication instructions and/or drawing.
Use specialized automatic or semi-automatic sewing equipment and other equipment as required to fabricate products.
Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership.
Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.
Perform additional job duties as assigned.