Life Support Systems (LSS) Mechanical Engineer

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Define and create modern space suit standards and practices, driving Axiom to the forefront of space suit production and operation
• Generate and/or review CAD models engineering schematics, drawings, analysis, assessments, and procedures for components, assemblies, and suit assembly
• Proficiency with mechanical design tools (NX, Creo, or Solidworks) and analysis tools (Python, or equivalent)
• Establish an efficient product lifecycle starting in the supply chain all the way through final integration that balances cost, complexity, and quality
• Validate designs by analysis or test, building development articles as needed
• Lead design and production reviews internally and externally with suppliers and customers
• Support the manufacturing and assembly of hardware in the facility and through on-orbit operation
• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership

Job requirements

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field required
• 3+ years’ experience in life support engineering, or similar role preferred
• Strong understanding of space environments (grounding/bonding, thermal, vacuum, regolith) and how they affect design decisions
• Experience in defining and implementing engineering standards, processes, and practices
• Hands on experience building, testing, and/or assembling hardware
• 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