Mechanical Engineer - Structures & Mechanisms

Axiom Space • Houston, TX • 5h ago

Houston

Full time

JR100713

POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for a Staff Mechanical Engineer , who will primarily be supporting design, development, test, and evaluation of structural and mechanical components of the first commercial space station. This position reports to the Senior Manager - Structures & Mechanisms and will be based onsite and will be based at our Space Station Development Facility (SSDF) in Webster, Texas.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Own all aspects of the design, development, test, and evaluation of the structural and mechanical components that make up the commercial space station systems.

Execute the engineering product lifecycle, holding regular design review.

Develop requirements and design criteria.

Perform preliminary analysis using free-body diagrams, hand calculations & FEA.

Deliver high-quality models and drawings in a fast-paced environment.

Oversee manufacturing and assembly of hardware.

Accountable for your designs, calculations, analysis, and results.

Present findings and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.

Systematically document progress, capture knowledge, and maintain an engineering notebook.

Perform additional job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical engineering, or related field required. A Master's degree is preferred.

7 to 12 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering applied to mechanisms, mechatronics in aeronautical and space, automotive or robotics engineering field.

Strong knowledge of static & dynamics, structural analysis, fracture control, fatigue, thermal effects, materials & lubrication.

Demonstrated product development from initial concept to manufacturing, including requirements writing, risk reduction through verification and validation strategies.

Experience with SOLIDWORKS 3D modeling software or similar computer aided design tool.

Experience with FEA software packages (Ansys, Nastran preferred) and MathWorks MATLAB & Simulink products.

Experience creating and reviewing engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y-14.5.

Experience with Design for manufacturing, qualification & acceptance testing.

Proficient in functional management and mentoring.

Background with Spaceflight hardware design & NASA standards preferred.

Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges.

Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results.

Core Skills

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

Core Competencies:

Embody our core values of leadership , innovation , and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Accountability

Technical Rigor

Execution Discipline

Pride of Delivery

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Requirements

This position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In accordance with U.S. export-control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export-control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment.

Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised

Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)

May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)

Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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 will empower our civilization to transcend Earth for the benefit of every human, everywhere.

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