Mechanical Project Engineer

About the role

Axiom Space 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. This role is onsite, based at our Space Systems Development Facility (SSDF) and reports to the Mechanical Project Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage project scope, resource allocation, budgets, work/product breakdown structures, identify and ensure compliance to product requirement specifications
• Mature and deliver product designs and project deliverables in alignment with product lifecycle milestone entrance and exit criteria
• Negotiate vendor contracts, monitor performance, and verify deliverables for compliance with contractual agreements for complex structural subsystem
• Present technical compliance, status updates, and milestone progress to executive leadership and external clients
• Lead product team through all phases of a project – requirements development, design, prototyping, procurement, verification & validation, production, delivery, and obsolescence
• Manage complex technical objectives into clear tasks and assign them across multidisciplinary teams
• Prepare and execute trade studies to facilitate the closure of major project decision points, interpret and review engineering drawings, design criteria, and technical reports
• Plan and lead build flows, test flows, integration efforts, and project risks mitigation activities
• Investigate root causes, resolve cross-cutting engineering issues, and manage discrepancies
• Ensure products meet rigorous NASA standards, FAA regulations, and quality safety requirements

Qualifications

• 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
• Spaceflight hardware design background preferred
• Experience working with NASA requirements and contractual agreements and spaceflight hardware development and certification preferred
• 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)
• Experience with Atlassian suite preferred

Skills

• Passion for space and the mission
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
• Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster

Core Competencies

• Accountability
• Technical Rigor
• Execution Discipline
• Pride of Delivery

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task. 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).

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)