Mission Operations Engineer (Specialist, Senior and SME)

Mission Summary

Axiom Space is a pioneering company in human space exploration. Our mission is to build orbital settlements and drive the global space economy. We are currently developing Axiom Station, a next-generation space settlement, and we are the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement concepts of operations, procedures, tools, and console products.

• Develop integration products (interfaces, timelines, test plans, operational documentation).

• Contribute to the development of mission control systems, training environments, and operational infrastructure.

• Develop and execute training plans and certification flows for flight controllers and astronauts.

• Support simulations, mission rehearsals, and readiness activities.

• Contribute to the definition of flight rules, procedures, and readiness activities.

• Serve as a certified flight controller supporting real-time operations.

• Monitor spacecraft systems, respond to anomalies, and execute mission timelines.

• Document anomalies, lessons learned, and operations improvements.

• Perform additional job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or other related technical field, 2+ years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Track record of delivering outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.

• Proven ability to problem-solve proactively and positively impact hard challenges.

• Ability to deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.

• Proven ability to progress and accomplish flight controller certification.

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.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency.

• Willingness 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).

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment or shift work in a Mission Control Center.