Assembly & Integration Project Engineer

Axiom Space is building for beyond, guided by the vision of a thriving home in space that benefits every human, everywhere. We foster a diverse 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 person who is fueled by problem-solving, continuously curious, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond. 

We are looking for an experienced Project Engineer, who will primarily be responsible for aiding Axiom’s Assembly & Integration Team with all aspects of spaceflight hardware production for the Axiom Commercial Space Station. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about all phases of the development, production/procurement, and assembly of spaceflight hardware. The role requires strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define project scope, goals, and deliverables

• Creating and updating working instructions to include drawing reviews, process specifications, and required certifications

• Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle

• Generating manufacturing bill of materials (MBOM) upon release of engineering drawings

• Working closely with spacecraft designers to ensure hardware is assembled, integrated, tested, and ready for space flight

• Reviewing plans, inspecting fabrications, conducting investigations, and providing recommendations as necessary to assure compliance with aerospace established requirements, regulations, guidelines, and procedures

• Ensuring production cycles are met from product design through acceptance, including product fabrication

• 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 in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field required

• 10+ years’ experience in Project Engineering, or similar role

• Experience with PDM tools such as Siemens Teamcenter, SOLIDWORKS PDM or similar

• Experience with design reviews, drawings reviews, and configuration control processes

• Experience authoring work instructions

• Experience with Atlassian suite

• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to address project challenges

• Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet tight deadlines and quality objectives

• Highly proficient in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skill

• Excellent communication skill, verbal and written

• Excellent organizational skills

• Result oriented personality with a creative approach to problem solving

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Self-motivated

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task

Requirements 

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

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

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

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, telephone, printer, etc.)

LIT Principles

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following principles:

Leadership

• Integrity First

• Safety Always

• Transcend

• Excellence

Innovation

• Create

• Iterate

• Disrupt

• Bold

Teamwork

• Together

• Unstoppable

• Humility

• Relentless

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.