Senior Mechanical Project Engineer III

OVERVIEW

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 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.

POSITION SUMMARY

Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Senior Project Engineer III with knowledge in mechanical engineering and a background directing complex technical projects from conception to completion. In this role they will be responsible for supporting the design and development of Crew system products for the first commercial space station. This role is onsite, based on our Spaceport Facility and reports to the Manager, Project Engineering.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare, schedule, coordinate, and manage a large or moderately complex scope of work

Develop and maintain project requirements for large or moderately complex scope of work

Create and maintain a project schedule for large or moderately complex scope of work

Identify and manage risk for large or moderately complex scope of work

Assign work scope to team members across large or moderately complex scope of work

Contribute to resolution of technical issues spanning more than one team member's work within assigned scope

Maintain and communicate status of the assigned scope, issues, and schedule to leadership

Begin mentoring Level I and Level II engineers staffed within the same program

Serve as Control Account Manager (CAM) equivalent for assigned scope, owning cost, schedule, and earned-value reporting when applicable

Manage procurement requests within the approved budget for large scope of work

Review supplier technical submittals for conformance within assigned scope, coordinating with Supply Chain on sourcing questions

Regulatory Compliance: Ensure products meet rigorous NASA standards, FAA regulations, and quality safety requirements

Perform other duties as assigned

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree Mechanical Engineering or related field and 5- 8 years’ experience leading Engineering projects

Spaceflight hardware design background preferred

Experience working with NASA requirements and contractual agreements and spaceflight hardware development and certification preferred

Experience with MS Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, etc.)

Experience with SOLIDWORKS 3D modeling software or similar computer aided design tool preferred

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

Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments

Uses good judgement to solve problems proactively, positively impacting hard challenges

Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results

Core 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:

Embody our core values of leadership , innovation , and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following 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.

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). In accordance with U.S. export control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment

Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised

Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

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)

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)

Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.