Mechanical Engineer - Portable Life Support System (plss)

Axiom Space

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B.s. in mechanical or aerospace engineering
2-5 years life support engineering experience
Hands-on hardware building and testing
** Axiom Space is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for its Portable Life Support System (PLSS) team to support the development of spaceflight hardware for their spacesuit project. The ideal candidate should have experience in life support engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for space exploration. **

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on developing, iterating, and maturing single-suit architecture designs for multiple mission environments including microgravity and partial gravity.
  • Candidates will own product delivery timelines through the entire lifecycle from concept and design to fabrication, assembly, and on-orbit demonstration.
  • Axiom Space is seeking a resilient engineer to help build the world's first commercial space station and advanced spacesuits for the Moon and low-Earth orbit.

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Match Score: 75

** Axiom Space is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for its Portable Life Support System (PLSS) team to support the development of spaceflight hardware for their spacesuit project. The ideal candidate should have experience in life support engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for space exploration. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
  • 2-5 years life support engineering experience
  • Hands-on hardware building and testing
  • CAD model generation and review
  • Product lifecycle management from supply chain to integration

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with NASA or commercial space standards
  • Experience with flight hardware certification
  • Agile project management methodology implementation
  • Entrepreneurial growth mindset
  • High EQ and cross-functional collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency required
  • Must pass U.S. government background investigation
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or US Permanent Residency

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