Hiring: Mechanical Technician Company: Axiom Space Location: Houston, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 13:47:55 Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly About the job Experience: •5-10 years of professional experience working in the aviation or aerospace industry in a technical, hands-on capacity working with test, flight, and safety critical hardware assemblies that require high attention to detail and quality of workmanship •Piping and tubing routing and installation experience •Test facilities/rig fabrication, operation, and maintenance experience •Instrumentation and electrical harness routing, installation, and checkout experience •Mechanical and fluids Ground Support Equipment (GSE) operation experience Required Skills: •Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy •Read and accurately interpret engineering models, blueprints, wiring diagrams, assembly prints, and schematics •Able to mentor less experienced technicians •Operate machines and/or use hand tools and power tools •Setup and operate a wide range of precision calibrated tools such as torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, and optical measuring instruments •Stage, assemble, install, and inspect spacecraft mechanical, electrical, and fluid components by interpreting and utilizing engineering drawings, provided specifications, written assembly instructions, and test procedures •Operate material/hardware handling equipment including, but not limited to, forklifts, overhead cranes, and other lifting equipment •Perform assembly and checkouts of various ground support equipment and facility equipment related to spacesuit operations 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. •Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised •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 •High school diploma or equivalent •Industry certification, trade school training, and/or degree in a related field preferred 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!