Structures & Mechanisms Mechanical Engineer - Various Experience Levels

About the role

Axiom Space is seeking a bold and dynamic 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. This position will primarily be supporting design, development, test, and evaluation of structural and mechanical components of the first commercial space station.

Responsibilities

• Own all aspects of the design, development, test, and evaluation of the structural and mechanical components that make up the commercial space station systems.
• Execute the engineering product lifecycle, holding regular design review.
• Onboard new customer requests, develop requirements and design criteria.
• Perform preliminary analysis using free-body diagrams, hand calculations & FEA.
• Deliver high-quality, peer reviewable, models, documentation, and drawings in a fast-paced environment.
• Oversee manufacturing and assembly of hardware.
• Effective Communication: present findings and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.
• Support collaboration: Peer review other engineer’s work.
• Leadership: support and mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical engineering, or related field required. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of at least 2 years professional work experience.
• 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.
• Experience creating and reviewing engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y-14.5.
• Experience with Design for manufacturing, qualification & acceptance testing.
• Experience in functional management and mentoring.
• Background with Spaceflight hardware design & NASA standards preferred.

Skills

The ideal candidate will have a passion for space and the mission, an entrepreneurial and growth mindset, high EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally, and tech-solutioning skills to move smarter and faster.

Core Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: accountability, technical rigor, execution discipline, and pride of delivery.

Work Environment

The work environment is generally an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task. The 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) and may require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).