Production & Logistics Intern (Summer 2027)

Position Summary

We are mission-driven, setting a new paradigm for business, and thus rapidly evolving and scaling complex systems to do things humanity has not previously done. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about learning, open to mentoring by top professionals, coaching, customer service, and developing problem-solving skills. The role requires organization, time management, and communication skills.

The internship will be onsite at Axiom Space in Houston, Texas from June 1 to August 20. Interns are responsible for arranging their own transportation and accommodations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Track material status, production progress, and assist in resolving basic scheduling issues
• Collect, analyze, and interpret hardware data to forecast baseline hardware inventory requirements for flight, training, and ground support hardware and implement plans for procurement and/or production
• Monitor the hardware production schedule, ensuring all commitments are met while identifying and proactively mitigating risks to ground and flight support schedules
• Monitor testing, training and flight event support schedule to ensure hardware is prepared and available to support all events
• Support hardware supportability analysis for event support utilizing predictive analysis tools for prompt responses to customer support requests
• Track work authorization packages in support of manufacturing, processing, and testing activities to ensure timely delivery and work order closure by maintaining accountability logs, records, and indices as required
• Support cross-functional collaboration across the organization to promptly investigate and resolve matters related to manufacturing and/or processing issues to mitigate schedule impacts
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define, develop, and document processes, and workflows and refine established processes for cost-effective and efficient hardware management practices from initial production to long-term sustainment
• Assist with creating and maintaining hardware production schedules, work orders, and bills of material (BOMs) in ERP/MES/MRP systems, ensuring configuration integrity and on-time deliveries
• Analyze production data to optimize lead times, reduce waste, and improve efficiency
• Ensure compliance with configuration management and documentation requirements
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

Education & Experience

• Rising Junior or Senior or Advanced Degree (MS/MA or Ph.D.) in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Logistics, or related field
• Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher
• Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, inventory management fields preferred
• Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office tools (data analysis, predictive analytics, automation, data visualization, pivot table creation, dashboards, etc.) highly desired
• Experience utilizing Siemens Manufacturing Execution Software (MES) systems desired

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 of Delivery

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Requirements

• 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). In accordance with U.S. export control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

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, phone, printer, etc.)