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Axiom Space · 1 month ago

Manager, Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

Houston

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

15+ years exp

Axiom Space is building the world’s first commercial space station, Axiom Station, and is seeking a bold and dynamic CAD Manager. The CAD Manager will lead and manage all CAD activities supporting the development, integration, and sustainment of aerospace systems, ensuring design accuracy and efficiency across multiple engineering programs.

AerospaceIndustrial ManufacturingSpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of Mechanical and Electrical CAD designers, drafters, drawing checkers and engineers across multiple aerospace projects

Develop and maintain CAD standards, templates, and best practices to ensure data integrity and model consistency that are relevant for all Axiom business systems

Coordinate workload distribution, design priorities, and deliverable schedules across concurrent programs

Implement and enforce design review and quality assurance processes to meet aerospace and AS9100 standards

Oversee CAD file management, version control, and configuration tracking through PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems

Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with company and regulatory design requirements

Collaborate with EVA and Station Engineering, Manufacturing, and Mission Operations to align CAD data with technical and operational requirement consistency

Interface with IT and software vendors to manage CAD software updates, licenses, and system performance

Identify and implement process improvements and automation tools to enhance design efficiency and accuracy

Partner with cross-functional teams to translate conceptual designs into detailed CAD models and drawings

Serve as the technical point of contact for CAD-related issues, ensuring timely resolution and support

Support documentation, drawing releases, and data transfers for internal and external stakeholders

Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership

Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle

Perform additional job duties as assigned

Qualification

CAD managementAerospace design experienceSolidWorksProduct Lifecycle ManagementGD&T principlesTeam leadershipCommunication skillsProblem-solvingOrganizational skillsAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Design, or related technical field or an equivalent combination of education and experience

15+ years of CAD design experience, including 3–5 years in a leadership or management capacity

Demonstrated experience in aerospace, aviation, or other high-complexity mechanical systems environments

Expert proficiency in one or more CAD platforms such as SolidWorks, Siemens NX, CATIA, or Creo

Strong understanding of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Product Data Management (PDM) systems such as Teamcenter, Windchill, Autodesk Vault, or SolidWorks PDM

Hands-on experience with Model-Based Design (MBD) and familiarity with transferring PDM data across business systems (e.g., Station, EVA, GSE, Manufacturing) to ensure smooth integration

Strong grasp of GD&T principles, ASME Y14 standards, and aerospace design documentation requirements

Proven ability to deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines and in fast-paced, evolving environments

Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills, with a demonstrated ability to problem-solve proactively and apply sound judgment in complex situations

Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position

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