Material & Process Engineering & Tech

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. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace.
POSITION SUMMARY Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Specialist Materials & Process Engineer, advising on Materials & Processes (M&P) requirements for spacecraft environments, selecting and certifying spaceflight hardware for properties like flammability and corrosion, and ensuring compliance through testing and documentation reviews. It requires expertise in metallic and nonmetallic materials, preparation of technical reports, and M&P documentation such as certifications and test plans, and participation in project milestone reviews.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Advise, guide, and provide consultation on applicable Materials & Processes program requirements for intravehicular (IVA) and extravehicular (EVA) environments.
Perform materials selection, assessment, and certification of custom and off-the-shelf commercial spaceflight hardware, including flammability, toxicity, vacuum outgassing, corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking.
Define testing and certification requirements and evaluate test results for compliance with requirements at the project level.
Provide expertise and review of project documentation and drawings for space flight hardware to verify that requirements are met.
qualification, specification, control, training, testing, acceptance, etc.) Knowledge of metallic and nonmetallic materials specifications, properties, and testing.
Preparation and delivery of technical reports during participation in project milestone reviews.
Daily tasks include interfacing with internal and external customers at all levels and working collaboratively in a team environment.
Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership.
Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education & Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field, with 2-7 years of experience;
Master’s Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results
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). 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.
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.
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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