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Materials & Processing Engineer III

Axiom Space logoAxiom SpaceHoustonFull timePosted 2w ago

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We are looking for an experienced Senior Materials & Processes Engineer, advising on Materials & Processes (M&P) requirements for spacecraft environments, selecting and certifying spaceflight hardware for properties like flammability and corrosion, and ensuring compliance through testing and documentation reviews.

It requires expertise in metallic and nonmetallic materials, preparation of technical reports, and M&P documentation such as certifications and test plans, and participation in project milestone reviews. ## DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Advise, guide, and provide consultation on applicable Materials & Processes program requirements for intravehicular (IVA) and extravehicular (EVA) environments. - Perform materials selection, assessment, and certification of custom and off-the-shelf commercial spaceflight hardware, including flammability, toxicity, vacuum outgassing, corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking. - Define testing and certification requirements and evaluate test results for compliance with requirements at the project level. - Provide expertise and review of project documentation and drawings for space flight hardware to verify that requirements are met. - Review vendor documentation to ensure processes and procedures (e.g., qualification, specification, control, training, testing, acceptance, etc.) meet M&P requirements. - Knowledge of metallic and nonmetallic materials specifications, properties, and testing. - Preparation and delivery of technical reports during participation in project milestone reviews. - Write M&P documentation as needed, including certifications, process specifications, test plans, etc. - Daily tasks include interfacing with internal and external customers at all levels and working collaboratively in a team environment. - Participation in a collaborative learning environment. - Other duties as assigned. ## 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. ## Education & Experience - Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field, with 4–9 years of experience; or - Master’s Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field, with 2–7 years of experience; or - Ph.D. in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field, with 1–5 years of experience in materials and processes engineering; or - An equivalent combination of education and experience. ## Skills - Excellent interpersonal skill - Excellent communication skill, verbal and written - Excellent organizational skills - Excellent presentation of technical information - Participation in a collaborative learning environment - Result oriented personality with a creative approach to problem solving - Ability to work in a team environment - Self-motivated ## WORK ENVIRONMENT Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task. ## Requirements - 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. ## Physical Requirements - 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). - Equipment and Machines - Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.). Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

From Axiom Space's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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