Job Description

Overview

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company focused on building space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions. They are seeking a bold and dynamic Mechanical Technician responsible for the fabrication, assembly, and maintenance of Ground Support Equipment and facility hardware.

Responsibilities

  • Read and accurately interpret engineering models, blueprints, wiring diagrams, assembly prints, and schematics.
  • Mentor less experienced technicians.
  • Operate machines and/or use hand tools and power tools.
  • Setup and operate 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.
  • Operate material/hardware handling equipment including forklifts and overhead cranes.
  • Perform assembly and checkouts of ground support equipment and facility equipment related to spacesuit operations.
  • Collaborate with engineers and teams to develop and document assembly work instructions and hardware processing procedures.
  • Perform routine maintenance functions to maintain clean work areas and safety guidelines.
  • Proactively identify issues and problems and make recommendations.
  • Take ownership of personal and team performance to promote continuous improvement.
  • Perform additional job duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Industry certification, trade school training, and/or degree in a related field preferred.
  • 5-10 years of professional experience in the aviation or aerospace industry.
  • Experience in general aerospace manufacturing, assembly, and fabrication.
  • 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 operation experience.
  • Familiarity with pressure systems.
  • Familiarization with metallic and non-metallic hardware assembly.
  • Proficient in the use of various tools and equipment.
  • Track record of making things happen in fast-moving environments.
  • Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines.

Additional Information

  • This position may require access to export controlled technical data subject to regulations.
  • Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed.

How this job compares in Houston, TX

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Houston, TX currently run a median of $26/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $22–$34/hr across 88 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Houston, TX

We're tracking 351 other active welding openings in Houston, TX right now, from 197 different employers. 116 of them were added in the last week. Across Texas as a whole we're tracking 1,395 other active welding openings from 683 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Houston, or widen the search to Texas.

Axiom Space currently has 2 other openings live in Texas, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in Texas at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Welding Shop in Austin, TX (26), Zachry Group (25), and Austin Industries (25). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Texas, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Burleson at $40/hr, La Porte at $38/hr, and Midlothian at $38/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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