Avionics Engineering Lead (Space Suits)

About the role

Axiom Space is building the world’s first commercial space station – Axiom Station. Serving as a cornerstone for sustained human presence in space, this next-generation orbital platform fosters groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity, and cultivates the vibrant, global space economy of tomorrow. Today, driven by the vision of leading humanity's journey off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services to the International Space Station and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and low-Earth orbit.

Axiom Space is seeking a bold and dynamic Avionics Senior Technical Lead who is fueled by high ownership, execution horsepower, growth mindset, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight of program-wide avionics functions and design to support Axiom’s EVA System as it evolves from development to production and testing.
• Coordinate and plan tasks with Avionics Team to meet program development plan and schedule.
• Collaborate with the Office Chief Engineer to provide Avionics support on EVA system.
• Provide mentorship to engineering staff as part of the Power Avionics and Controls team.
• Manage the overall avionics architecture and drive sound technical decision making.
• Participate in all aspects of avionics development from design to certification and flight.
• Design spaceflight rated PCBs for critical life support systems.
• Design instruments including FPGAs, microprocessors, power, and analog components.
• Serve as the motive force for pushing designs through the development lifecycle.
• Manage and communicate project progress, status, and issues to stakeholders and leadership.
• Build and test prototype and spaceflight hardware.
• Prepare documentation for design reviews, manufacturing, assembly, and testing.

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.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering with 15+ years of experience
• Comfortable driving forward and delivering outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
• Ability to communicate and problem-solve proactively

Preferred experience includes high-speed digital circuits, spaceflight or harsh environment rated electronics, and NASA or DOD requirements and regulations.

Skills

• Executes priorities with precision and pace
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
• Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an active communication style

Work Environment

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

Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation. Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.

Physical requirements include sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time) and may require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).