Hiring: Materials & Process Principal Engineer Company: Axiom Space Location: Houston, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-14 13:47:55 About the job Experience: •B.S in Engineering, Math, or Materials Science •15 + years of experience in material and process engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience •Proven to deliver high quality results under tight deadlines •Knowledge of NASA standards and material data requirements for spaceflight hardware •Direct work experience in Metallurgy Required Skills: •Who will work in a collaborative engineering team environment who will primarily be responsible for aiding Axiom’s Space Suit team with the design and development of structural and mechanical components of the space suits. •Advise, guide, and provide consultation on requirements for Materials & Processes (M&P) for intravehicular (IVA) and extravehicular (EVA) environments, including materials selection, process control, and qualification, design for corrosion prevention, electrical bonding, flammability, toxic off-gassing, and processes specification. •Perform trade studies for technical solutions, including make/buy recommendations. •Provide input to program/project specifications and ensure appropriate materials requirements are incorporated into all program/project specifications at the right level. •Review project/program documentation and specifications to ensure NASA standards are met regarding Materials and Processes used in spaceflight hardware. •Assess whether standard vendor processes meet M&P requirements, and if not, clearly define changes that need to be implemented. •Review production drawings for large complex assemblies systematically, documenting the review to the established requirements. •Lead and coordinate internal and external M&P efforts for additive manufacturing, including the development of material specifications, process specifications, supplier qualifications, part qualifications, mechanical testing, and customer-facing updates. 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. •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. •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) •Standard office equipment •Demonstrable mastery/success of materials and process engineering Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!