About the role#
We are looking for a Mission Operations Engineering Intern to join our team in Houston. You will help design, build, and execute our next generation of human spaceflight operations. This role involves working across engineering and program teams to define how we plan, train for, and execute missions. You will support multiple programs including our commercial space station, EVA suits, and LTV projects.
What you'll do#
- Create integration products for Axiom Station and EVA systems, including test plans, regulatory documents, and system architecture.
- Develop operations concepts, procedures, and tools for console support and on-orbit activities.
- Assist in building the operations, training, and certification processes for the Private Astronaut Mission flight control team.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to define mission timelines and interface requirements.
- Handle other duties as assigned to support project goals.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a rising Junior, Senior, or graduate student in Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- A strong interest in space exploration and solving complex engineering problems.
- Experience working in collaborative environments and a track record of taking initiative on tasks.
- Ability to organize work to meet deadlines and solve problems proactively.
- A growth mindset and the ability to work well with cross-functional teams.
- Commitment to our core values of leadership, innovation, teamwork, accountability, and technical rigor.
Location & details#
- Location: Houston, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 1 to August 20).
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
- This position may require access to export-controlled technical data subject to ITAR or EAR regulations.
About Axiom Space
Axiom Space operates in the aviation and aerospace component manufacturing sector. Founded in 2016, the company maintains its headquarters in Houston, Texas. It employs between 501 and 1,000 people. The organization focuses on the development of a commercial space station to succeed the International Space Station. This facility is intended to support government agencies, private companies, and individual researchers.
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