Flight Software Engineer

Position Summary

Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Flight Software Engineer, who will primarily be responsible for designing and developing flight software for the Axiom Space Station. This position reports to Flight Software Team Lead. This role is onsite in Webster, TX and will be based at our Space Station Development Facility.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with a team to design, develop, and test embedded flight software
• Design, develop, test, integrate, and deploy software solutions
• Collaborate with subsystem engineers such as propulsion, environmental control and life support systems (ECLSS), guidance navigation and control (GN&C), networks, datalinks, power, and other flight systems
• Give and receive productive feedback during collaboration and in design and code reviews
• Execute test plans and procedures in Hardware-in-the-Loop testbeds and support test automation platforms to facilitate CI/CD initiatives
• Collaborate effectively with avionics engineers to integrate hardware simulation and fault injection solutions into real-time software
• Support milestone reviews such as PDR, CDR, and SDR
• Perform additional job duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or another related technical discipline
• 5+ years’ experience developing code in languages such as C, C++, Rust, and Python in a Linux environment, VxWorks, or other RTOS
• Experience with git distro (such as gitlab) and CI/CD tools
• Preface experience with spaceflight or other safety critical systems
• Familiar with containerization supporting Continuous Development/Continuous Integration pipelines on Linux Systems
• Experience working with protocols such as Serial, modbus, UDP, and TCP
• Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
• Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results

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
• 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

• 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

• 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.)