# Senior Mechanical Engineer - Structures & Mechanisms 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: Senior
- 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/Senior-Mechanical-Engineer---Structures---Mechanisms_JR100802?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/axiom-space-senior-mechanical-engineer-structures-and-mechanisms/

## 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


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