Axiom Space · 2 months ago
Spacesuit Design Engineer - Softgoods
Houston
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expAxiom Space is building the world’s first commercial space station and is seeking a Spacesuit Design Engineer - Softgoods to join their mission-driven team. The role involves designing engineered softgoods products, collaborating on the development of Axiom's Spacesuit, and ensuring designs meet safety and performance requirements.
AerospaceIndustrial ManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work on a collaborative team developing Axiom’s Spacesuit
Design, develop, test, handle implementation, and analyze technical products using applied engineering principles
Use industry standard best practices and software to create 2D patterns from complex 3D shapes, determine necessary seam design and construction, select materials, and develop manufacturing processes for both pressurized and unpressurized softgoods products
Procure, assemble and test advanced prototypes to inform design decisions, refinements, and to demonstrate performance
Prepare and present designs at various design reviews and test readiness reviews using MS Word and PowerPoint
Produce other standard design documentation
Work with the team to provide guidance on design for manufacturability and maintenance
Ensure designs meet safety requirements and demonstrate performance through verification and validation testing
Support production of hardware, evaluate anomalies, and incorporate corrective actions
Communicate project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership
Implement and maintain agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
Perform additional job duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Textile Engineering, or related field
3-5 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD environment
Track record of delivering outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges
Proven to deliver high quality results under tight deadlines
Passion for space and the mission
Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
Perseverance
Resourceful, adaptable
Executes priorities with precision and pace
High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Accountability
Sense of Urgency
Extreme Ownership
Execution and Delivery
Efficiency
Effectiveness
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
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)
Company
Axiom Space
Axiom Space is a commercial space station company that connects to the ISS.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$500MKey Investors
C5 CapitalIBX
2025-03-27Series Unknown
2024-06-07Series Unknown
2023-08-21Series C· $350M
Leadership Team
Jonathan Cirtain
CEO, President Axiom Space
Tejpaul Bhatia
Chief Executive Officer
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