Materials & Processing Engineer II

Specialist Materials & Processing Engineer

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 Specialist Materials & Processing Engineer who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

Position Summary:

Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Specialist Materials & Process Engineer, advising on Materials & Processes (M&P) requirements for spacecraft environments, selecting and certifying spaceflight hardware for properties like flammability and corrosion, and ensuring compliance through testing and documentation reviews. It requires expertise in metallic and nonmetallic materials, preparation of technical reports, and M&P documentation such as certifications and test plans, and participation in project milestone reviews.

Key

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Advise, guide, and provide consultation on applicable Materials & Processes program requirements for intravehicular (IVA) and extravehicular (EVA) environments.
• Perform materials selection, assessment, and certification of custom and off-the-shelf commercial spaceflight hardware, including flammability, toxicity, vacuum out gassing, corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking.
• Define testing and certification requirements and evaluate test results for compliance with requirements at the project level.
• Provide expertise and review of project documentation and drawings for space flight hardware to verify that requirements are met.
• Review vendor documentation to ensure processes and procedures (e.g., qualification, specification, control, training, testing, acceptance, etc.) meet M&P requirements.
• Knowledge of metallic and nonmetallic materials specifications, properties, and testing.
• Preparation and delivery of technical reports during participation in project milestone reviews.
• Write M&P documentation as needed, including certifications, process specifications, test plans, etc.
• Daily tasks include interfacing with internal and external customers at all levels and working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Participation in a collaborative learning environment.
• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership
• Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
• Perform additional job 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 Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field, with 2–7 years of experience; or
• Master's Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field. Or 1–5 years
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
• Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results

Core

Skills:

• 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

Core Competencies:

• Accountability
• Technical Rigor
• Execution Discipline
• Pride of Delivery
• Efficiency
• Effectiveness

Work Environment:

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

Requirements:

• This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations…