Axiom Space is guided by the vision to build era-defining space infrastructure that drives exploration and fuels a vibrant space economy for the benefit of every human everywhere. Axiom Space is the leading provider of human spaceflight services and developer of human-rated space Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit. Axiom Space operates end-to-end missions to the International Space Station today while developing its successor, Axiom Station - a permanent commercial destination in low-Earth orbit that will sustain human growth off the planet and bring untold benefits back home.
Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Propulsion Engineer - Feed System Lead who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.
POSITION SUMMARY
We are looking for a resilient, high-energy, experienced Propulsion Engineer - Feed System Lead to own the end-to-end technical execution of a bipropellant feed system from requirements definition through design, build, integration, test, and flight readiness. You will lead cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver to aggressive cost and schedule targets while maintaining safety and configuration discipline. The ideal candidate combines deep hands-on propulsion hardware experience with strong technical leadership, clear communication, and a bias for execution.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own the end-to-end technical execution of a bipropellant feed system from requirements through design, build, integration, test, and flight readiness.
- Subject Matter Expert in propellant feed system design, serving as the technical authority on system architecture, pressure vessels (COPVs/tanks), flow control devices (valves, regulators), and instrumentation across the full development lifecycle.
- Technical lead responsible for delivering performance, safety, cost, and schedule targets.
- Plan and delegate work across team members and cross-functional teams, lead daily standups, and escalate risks, issues, and blockers to ensure timely execution.
- Plan, schedule, prioritize and execute team scope and goals to meet critical milestones.
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring to less experienced engineers.
- Lead and participate in design and gate reviews with internal and external stakeholders.
- Lead and participate in trade studies, component selection, subassembly design and integration, analyses and tests, and vendor/supplier coordination.
- Utilize modeling, analysis, and simulation tools to estimate system performance and ensure compliance.
- Manage and interface with external vendors on cost, schedule, design, manufacturing, and verification activities.
- Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership.
- Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.
- Perform additional job 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 from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics required
- 9+ years of relevant experience
- Experience leading technical teams
- Expertise in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer including familiarity with corresponding analysis toolsets such as ANSYS, Easy5, Fluent, GFSSP, TDK
- Significant experience with propellant feed system design, development, qualification, and integration
- Propulsion component experience: i.e., valves, filters, regulators, manifolds, pressure vessels, instrumentation, etc.
- Experience working with oxygen compatibility requirements
- 3D modeling software knowledge, SolidWorks is preferred
- Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
- Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges
- Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results
Core Skills
- Passion for space and the mission
- Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
- High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
- Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster
Core Competencies:
Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Accountability
- Technical Rigor
- Execution Discipline
- Pride