Axiom Space · 9 hours ago
Spacesuit Design Senior Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAxiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions. They are seeking a high-energy Spacesuit Design Senior Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and testing advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond, while ensuring safety and performance standards are met.
AerospaceManufacturingIndustrial 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
Perform engineering design evaluations
Procure, assemble and test advanced prototypes to inform design decisions, refinements, and to demonstrate performance
Prepare and present designs at various design and test readiness reviews using MS Word and PowerPoint
Produce other standard design documentation
Assist in the development of requirements for hardware
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, or related field
5-10 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
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
Preferred
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
Accountability
Technical Rigor
Execution Discipline
Pride of Delivery
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
1789 Capital,Type One VenturesAljazira Capital,Boryung PharmaceuticalC5 Capital
2025-03-27Series Unknown
2024-06-07Series Unknown
2023-08-21Series C· $350M
Leadership Team
Jonathan Cirtain
CEO, President Axiom Space
Kam Ghaffarian
Co-Founder & Executive Chairman of the Board
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