Principal Systems Engineer

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond.

About the role

Axiom Space is seeking a bold and dynamic Principal Systems Engineer to lead major testing campaigns for the AxEVA System. This role reports to the Systems Engineering and Integration Manager and is based onsite at Axiom in Webster, Texas.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end, cradle-to-grave Systems Engineering for Axiom EVA Systems, including Suits, Flight Support Equipment, Training Equipment, Ground Equipment, and EVA Tools.
• Responsible for Axiom EVA Systems conception, including:
  • Concept of operations, functions, and interfaces
  • Subsystem-level requirements
  • Procurement specifications, including synthesis, traceability, derivation, stakeholder needs, impact assessments, and requirements maintenance and updates
• Definition, planning, coordination, and closure for verification of EVA requirements.
• Definition, planning, coordination, and closure for validation activities of Axiom EVA concepts of operations.
• Define and implement requirements and design validation activities.
• Coordinate Axiom EVA system product breakdown structures and architecture definition.
• Support Axiom EVA Systems development by providing down-and-in system and subsystem-level support and information, including change impacts to/from other areas of the AxEVA System.
• Define and maintain System and Subsystem integrated performance assessments.
• Monitor design and testing progress and communicate potential issues to SE&I.
• Develop waivers and other variances.
• Communicate System Engineering and Integration progress and status.
• Collaborate with system and subsystem engineers, program office personnel, and external customers for SE&I planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Coordinate integrated Verification & Validation (V&V) test plans, procedures, and schedules across all engineering teams.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement spacesuit verification and validation activities, including:
  • Defining system, subsystem, and component V&V approaches
  • Defining V&V requirements
  • Planning and coordinating implementation of V&V activities
• Define and coordinate V&V requirements for suppliers as part of the integrated V&V plan.
• Collaborate with AxEVA System and subsystem engineers, program office personnel, and customers for V&V planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Coordinate test and analysis plans and presentations with peers, management, and external customers and partners.
• Capture evidence from completed V&V activities to create verification closure notices and coordinate requirement close-out.
• Perform other systems engineering tasks as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering (aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or related discipline).
• 10+ years of experience in System Engineering and Integration.
• 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.

Skills

• Passion for space and the mission.
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset.
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally.
• Tech-solutioning using systems and tools to move smarter and faster.
• Embody core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork.
• Accountability, technical rigor, execution discipline, and pride of delivery.

Work Environment

• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
• 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.
• 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).
• Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.).