# Portable Life Support System (PLSS) Mechanical Engineer at Axiom Space

- Company: Axiom Space
- What the company does: Creating a thriving home in space that benefits every human, everywhere.
- Company website: https://www.axiomspace.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Houston
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-23
- Apply by: 2026-12-07
- Apply: https://axiomspace.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External_Career_Site/job/Houston/Portable-Life-Support-System--PLSS--Mechanical-Engineer_JR100444?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/axiom-space-portable-life-support-system-plss-mechanical-engineer-2/

## About the role

We are looking for a resilient, high-energy, experienced PLSS Mechanical Engineer , who will primarily be responsible for aiding Axiom’s Portable Life Support System (or AxPLSS) team with the development, maturation, and operation of spaceflight hardware to support the Axiom Extravehicular Activity (EVA) Spacesuit. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Education & Experience
- B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field required
- 7+ years’ experience in life support engineering, or similar role preferred
- Strong understanding of space environments (grounding/bonding, thermal, vacuum, regolith) and how they affect design decisions
- Experience in defining and implementing engineering standards, processes, and practices
- Hands on experience building, testing, and/or assembling hardware


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