Spacesuit Design Engineer

Axiom Space•Houston, TX

32d

About The Position

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 drives exploration and fuels a vibrant space economy that will empower our civilization to transcend Earth for the benefit of every human, everywhere. 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 Spacesuit Design Engineer who is fueled by high ownership, execution horsepower, growth mindset, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond. POSITION SUMMARY We are looking for a resilient, high-energy, Spacesuit Design Engineer with experience in designing engineered products in an industrial environment. A successful candidate will have a strong background designing in a CAD environment, prototyping, and testing. This role requires strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
5-10 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD environment
Track record of delivering outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges
Proven to deliver high quality results under tight deadlines
Passion for space and the mission
Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
Perseverance
Resourceful, adaptable
Executes priorities with precision and pace
High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork.
Accountability
Sense of Urgency
Extreme Ownership
Execution and Delivery
Efficiency
Effectiveness
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.

Responsibilities

Work on a collaborative team developing Axiom's Spacesuit.
Design, develop, test, handle implementation, and analyze technical products using applied engineering principles.
Perform engineering design evaluations.
Procure, assemble and test advanced prototypes to inform design decisions, refinements, and to demonstrate performance.
Prepare and present designs at various design and test readiness reviews using MS Word and PowerPoint.
Produce other standard design documentation.
Assist in the development of requirements for hardware.
Work with the team to provide guidance on design for manufacturability and maintenance.
Ensure designs meet safety requirements and demonstrate performance through verification and validation testing.
Support production of hardware, evaluate anomalies, and incorporate corrective actions.
Communicate project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership.
Implement and maintain agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.
Perform additional job duties as assigned.