Systems Engineering Intern (Spring 2027)

About Axiom Space

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company building era‑defining space infrastructure and delivering technology‑driven solutions that empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, the 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. Axiom is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. For more information, visit www.axiomspace.com. The company fosters an inclusive work environment that welcomes all perspectives.

Position Summary

This temporary, project‑based internship supports an active systems engineering team. The intern will work onsite at Axiom Space in Houston, Texas from January 25 to April 16, arranging their own transportation and accommodations. The role involves supporting systems engineering activities—including requirements definition, interface management, system architecture, and verification & validation planning—across spaceflight hardware and ground systems programs. Strong organizational, time‑management, and communication skills, as well as a genuine curiosity for complex systems, are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support systems engineering activities for an assigned subsystem or component under mentorship.
• Assist with requirements definition, documentation, and traceability.
• Support interface control and management, identifying and documenting interface definitions.
• Help develop system architecture.
• Assist in verification and validation planning, including test plan development and execution.
• Support integrated performance assessments and trade studies under guidance.
• Document systems engineering products (e.g., requirements, test plans, analysis results) for internal review.
• Present findings and status updates to the assigned team.
• Potentially support EVA/spacesuit systems, station systems, or ground systems, depending on assignment.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to meet project objectives.
• Communicate project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership.
• Implement agile development methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Rising junior, senior, or graduate student (MS/MA or Ph.D.) in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Coursework or project experience related to systems engineering principles (requirements, architecture, verification) is a plus.
• Exposure to requirements‑management or MBSE tools (e.g., DOORS, Jama, Cameo) through coursework or personal projects is a plus.
• Familiarity with basic engineering analysis or modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB) preferred.
• Prior internship, co‑op, or hands‑on project experience (e.g., design team, robotics club) is a plus.
• Strong organizational, time‑management, and communication skills.
• Genuine curiosity and passion for space exploration and complex systems problem‑solving.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast‑paced team environment.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to take initiative on assigned tasks.
• Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast‑moving environments.
• Good judgement to proactively problem‑solve and positively impact hard challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines with high‑quality results.

Core Skills

• Passion for space and the mission.
• Entrepreneurial, growth‑mindset attitude.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to collaborate within teams and cross‑functionally.
• Tech‑solutioning 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, with occasional inside or outside work depending on the task.
• Physical demands: sitting or standing for extended periods (≈ 90 % of the time); occasional lifting and carrying up to 25 lb (≈ 5 % of the time).
• Standard office equipment provided (PC, phone, printer, etc.).

Requirements

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). Final candidates may undergo additional export‑control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment.