Hiring: Outsource Manufacturing Coordinator Company: Axiom Space Location: Houston, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-14 13:47:55 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Project Management About the job Experience: •Knowledge of procurement practices and methods. •Detailed understanding/ability to interpret engineering design products. •Excellent verbal and communication skills •Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments •Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges Required Skills: •Serve as the primary point of contact between Axiom and its vendor base, fostering strong, long-term working relationships. •Partner cross-functionally with outside vendors and service providers to coordinate quotes, deliveries and all associated deliverables or supporting products (i.e., documentation, tooling, etc.). •Translate internal engineering and manufacturing requirements - including drawings, specifications, and Bills of Materials into clear, concise work packages for vendor execution. •Identify and evaluate third-party manufacturers, sub-contractors, and service providers specializing in aerospace components, processes (e.g., machining, specialized coatings, non-destructive testing), and services. •Ensure all potential Axiom partners hold requisite AS9100/ISO 9001 certifications, quality clearances, and meet internal aerospace compliance standards. •Generate, submit, and monitor RFQ documentation for obtaining quote packages ensuring conformance to the project specifications and requirements. •Minimize supply chain risk while maintaining competitive cost structures through strategic sourcing and partner diversification. •Ensure strict adherence to Axiom’s proprietary information handling and IP protection protocols across all vendor engagements. 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 accommodation 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 •Bachelor’s degree and/or 5 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, and/or production, or an equivalent combination of education and experience 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!