Project Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Project Engineer Lead end-to-end mechanical subsystem design and delivery for the first commercial space station Location: Houston, Texas

About The Role Mechanical Project Engineer 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.

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.

Project Governance: Define and manage project scope, resource allocation, budgets, work/product breakdown structures, identify and ensure compliance to product requirement specifications.

Lifecycle Delivery: Mature and deliver product designs and project deliverables in alignment with product lifecycle milestone entrance and exit criteria.

Subcontractor Management: Negotiate vendor contracts, monitor performance, and verify deliverables for compliance ensure compliance with contractual agreements for complex structural subsystem.

Technical Leadership: Lead product team through all phases of a project – requirements development, design, prototyping, procurement, verification & validation, production, delivery, and obsolescence.

Task Management: complex technical objectives into clear tasks and assign them across multidisciplinary teams.

Engineering Analysis: Prepare and execute trade studies to facilitate the closure of major project decision points, interpret and review engineering drawings, design criteria, and technical reports.

Integration & Testing: Plan and lead build flows, test flows, integration efforts, and project risks mitigation activities.

Anomaly Resolution: Investigate root causes, resolve cross-cutting engineering issues, and manage discrepancies.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure products meet rigorous NASA standards, FAA regulations, and quality safety requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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 PDM software such as SolidWorks Product Data Management (PDM) or similar preferred.

Experience with project management software (Microsoft Project, Primavera P6).

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

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). 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.

Equipment and Machines.

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

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.

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