Creating a thriving home in space that benefits every human, everywhere.
About the role
We are looking for a Senior 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. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical engineering, or related field required. A Master’s degree is preferred
- 5 to 8 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
More about this role
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. For more information about Axiom Space, visit www.axiomspace.com .
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 Senior Mechanical 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.
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