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Structures & Mechanisms Mechanical Engineer - Various Experience Levels
Axiom SpaceHouston, TX · full time
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What this role is
This role involves designing and developing structural and mechanical systems for Axiom Space's commercial space station, from initial concept through manufacturing and testing. It suits engineers with aerospace or mechanical backgrounds who want to work on cutting-edge spaceflight hardware and are comfortable with hands-on oversight of complex subsystems.
Our summary, not Axiom Space’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
Skills this role names
- ANSYS
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- MATLAB
- Simulink
- SolidWorks
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical engineering, or related field
- Minimum 2 years of professional work experience
- Mechanical engineering experience in mechanisms, mechatronics, aeronautical, space, automotive, or robotics
- Knowledge of statics, dynamics, structural analysis, fracture control, fatigue, thermal effects, materials, and lubrication
- Product development experience from concept to manufacturing
- Engineering drawing creation and review experience
- Design for manufacturing, qualification, and acceptance testing experience
- Functional management and mentoring experience
- Onsite work at Houston facility
- U.S. export control eligibility
Nice to have
- Master's degree
- Spaceflight hardware design experience
- NASA standards experience
- ITAR and export control compliance background