Manufacturing Engineer IV

OVERVIEW

Axiom Space is building the world’s first commercial space station – Axiom Station. Serving as a cornerstone for sustained human presence in space, this next-generation orbital platform fosters groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity, and cultivates the vibrant, global space economy of tomorrow. Today, driven by the vision of leading humanity's journey off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services to the International Space Station and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and low-Earth orbit. Axiom Space is building era-defining space infrastructure that drives exploration and fuels a vibrant space economy that will empower our civilization to transcend Earth for the benefit of every human, everywhere.

Axiom Space fosters a work 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 Manufacturing Engineer who is fueled by high ownership, execution horsepower, growth mindset, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for a resilient, high-energy person to become a Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical. This individual will be responsible for the design, optimization, and overseeing of manufacturing processes for mechanical .components. Job responsibilities will include drafting, development, review, and input into procedures, inspection of hardware and applicable test equipment, Engineering Change (EC) incorporation, and performance/functional testing. Repair and maintenance processes require the use of hazardous materials such as adhesives, lubricants, and solvents. Performance and functional testing require the use of pressurized gases and pure water systems. The Manufacturing Engineer will interface with customers, other technicians, engineers, logistics, and bond room personnel on a daily basis to perform job duties.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Create and update work instructions that meet assembly drawings, process specifications, and required certifications.
• Work closely with spacecraft designers to ensure hardware is assembled, integrated, tested, and ready for space flight.
• Review plans, inspect fabrications, conduct investigations, and provide recommendations as necessary to assure compliance with aerospace established requirements, regulations, guidelines, and procedures.
• Generate manufacturing bill of materials (MBOM) upon release of engineering drawings.
• Work closely with Production Planning team to ensure production milestones are met from product design through assembly and installation.
• Act as the primary interface between Design Engineering and Production to ensure Design for Excellence (DfX – manufacturing, integration, assembly, etc.) principles are integrated, Reducing Cost of Non-Conformance (CONC).
• Ensure production cycles are met from product design through assembly and installation.
• Maintain awareness of all safety policies and procedures, as well as use of all required safety and personal protective equipment.
• Perform other duties as required.

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 accommodation 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.
• 7+ years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering, or similar role.
• Strong technical writing skills and experience authoring work instructions (assembly and/or installation procedures).
• Hardware manufacturing, and assembly experience preferred.
• Experience with SOLIDWORKS 3D modeling software or similar computer aided design tools.
• Experience with producibility reviews, drawings reviews, and configuration control processes.
• Experience authoring work instructions (assembly and/or installation procedures).
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and produce timely results.
• Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Experience with Siemens MES preferred.
• Experience with PDM tools such as SOLIDWORKS PDM or similar preferred.
• Experience with Atlassian suite preferred.
• Experience working in an Agile work environment preferred.

Grit

• Passion for space and the mission
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
• Perseverance
• Resourceful, adaptable

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Results-oriented personality with a creative approach to problem solving
• Abilit to work in a team-environment
• Self-motivated
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
• Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter

Competencies:

Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Accountability
• Sense of Urgency
• Extreme Ownership
• Execution and Delivery
• Efficiency
• Effectiveness

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Generally, a lab 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
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

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, phone, printer, etc.)

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.