Mechanical Engineer II – EVA Spacesuit

Job overview

The Mechanical Engineer II – EVA Spacesuit role is onsite in Houston, TX. Compensation is not specified. The role supports development, maturation, and operation of Axiom Space's Extravehicular Activity spacesuit hardware and contributes to commercial space infrastructure.

What you'll do

• Contribute to design, development, testing, and evaluation of structural and mechanical components
• develop requirements and execute the engineering product lifecycle
• perform preliminary analysis using free-body diagrams, hand calculations, and FEA
• deliver models and drawings
• oversee hardware manufacturing and assembly
• document progress and engineering results.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

mechanical engineer ii

axiom space

houston tx

onsite

full-time

day shift

eva spacesuit

spaceflight hardware

mechanical design

finite element analysis

solidworks

engineering drawings

hardware assembly

evenings and weekends as needed

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting describes the position as based onsite at the Gemini Facility in Webster, Texas, and requires a bachelor's degree and 2–6 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience. Evening and weekend work may be needed for critical milestones.

About the employer

Axiom Space is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.