Mission Operations Engineering Intern (Summer 2027) Verified today
About Axiom Space
Axiom Space is building era-defining space infrastructure for human space exploration. The company is developing Axiom Station, the successor to the International Space Station, along with advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond.
The Role
You will develop mission operations concepts, tools, and training systems to support real-time operations for Axiom's next generation human spaceflight. Working in a dynamic environment across engineering, program, and external partners, you will define how missions are planned, trained, and executed.
Your Responsibilities
- Develop Axiom Station integration products including test plans, regulatory documentation, system architecture, interface definitions, mission timelines, and procedures
- Develop innovative operations concepts, processes, procedures, tools, console support products, training, certification, and on-orbit procedures
- Support the Private Astronaut Mission (PAM) flight control team's operations, processes, procedures, tools, training, and certification
- Collaborate with Axiom engineering teams on design solutions related to operations
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Rising Junior, Senior, or Advanced Degree student (MS/MA or Ph.D) in Engineering, Science, or related field
- Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher
- Genuine curiosity and passion for space exploration and engineering problem-solving
- Ability to work effectively in collaborative, fast-paced team environments
- Self-motivated with ability to take initiative on assigned tasks
- Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high-quality results
- Good judgment to problem-solve proactively and positively impact challenging problems
Core Competencies
- Leadership, innovation, and teamwork
- Accountability
- Technical rigor
- Execution discipline
- Pride of delivery
Work Environment and Schedule
Onsite at Axiom Space in Houston, Texas from June 1 to August 20, 2027. Interns are responsible for arranging their own transportation and accommodations. Generally office-based work, but may involve inside or outside work depending on the task. May require working evenings and weekends to meet critical project milestones. Work involves sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time) and may require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).
Export Control
This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment.