Quality Control Technician; NASA LTVS Award Contingent

Position: Quality Control Technician (NASA LTVS Award Contingent)
Axiom Space is collaborating with Astrolab, Inc. to develop a Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV) for future Artemis missions, combining Axiom’s advanced AxEMU spacesuit with Astrolab’s FLEX rover to enable groundbreaking scientific exploration on the Moon’s surface. This partnership reflects Axiom Space’s broader mission to build 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 Quality Technician 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.
** Employment in this role is contingent on Astrolab/Axiom being selected as a winner of NASA’s LTVS contract.
**** POSITION SUMMARY
** We are looking for a resilient, high-energy, experienced
** Quality Technician**, with a good eye for detail. You will be responsible for performing standardized quality control checks on our company products to ensure they meet the required legal and company standards for safety and quality. You may also be required to maintain tool control records, calibrated test & inspection equipment, prepare test data, and identify areas for quality control improvement.

Additional responsibilities may require you to operate company vehicles to store and transport materials and products. Lastly, you must be able to perform all tasks as directed by supervisor.
** KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Developing and maintaining company inspection reports
* Inspecting goods or products according to quality and safety standards across all stages of production
* Ensuring company tools and equipment are calibrated and working correctly
* Reporting quality anomalies to the supervisor
* Collating test data and drafting quality reports
* Identifying possible areas for improvement in quality control processes and implement new methods accordingly
* Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
* Urgently communicate quality, safety, or compliance concerns
* 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
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* 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
*** High School diploma or GED
* Minimum of 5+ years of inspection experience;  preferred 7+ years’ experience
* Understanding of advanced mathematical concepts including fractions, ratios, and proportions
* 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
** Grit
* ** Passion for space and the mission
* Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
* Perseverance* Resourceful, adaptable
** Skills
* ** GD&T experience
* Experience with Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)
* Advance

Experience with Quality Inspection Tools
* Executes priorities with precision and pace
* High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
* Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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* 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
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