Avionics Software Project Engineer Verified today
About Axiom Space
Axiom Space is building next-generation space infrastructure, beginning with Axiom Station as successor to the International Space Station. We provide commercial human spaceflight services and develop advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond.
The Role
As Avionics Software Project Engineer (Project Engineer III), you will design and develop avionics and embedded systems flight software for the AxEMU Spacesuit. Based at our EVA Gemini facility in Houston, you will report to the Manager, Project Engineering and work onsite in this complex technical environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, schedule, coordinate, and manage large or moderately complex scope of work
- Develop and maintain project requirements and schedules
- Identify and manage technical and schedule risk
- Assign work scope to team members and mentor Level I and Level II engineers
- Contribute to resolution of technical issues spanning multiple team members
- Maintain and communicate project status, issues, and schedule to leadership
- Serve as Control Account Manager equivalent, owning cost, schedule, and earned-value reporting when applicable
- Manage procurement requests within approved budget
- Review supplier technical submittals for conformance to specifications
- Ensure products meet NASA standards, FAA regulations, and quality safety requirements
- Work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field
- 5+ years experience leading engineering projects
- Technical understanding of avionics and flight software development in safety-critical applications
- Highly proficient in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project)
- Experience with SOLIDWORKS 3D modeling or similar CAD tool
- Experience with project management software (Microsoft Project, Primavera P6)
- Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results
- Track record of execution in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Spaceflight hardware design background
- Experience working with NASA requirements and contractual agreements
- Experience with spaceflight hardware development and certification
- Experience with PDM software such as SolidWorks PDM or similar
- Experience with Atlassian suite
Work Environment
Generally office-based, with possible inside or outside work depending on task. May involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). Occasional lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs (5% of time).
Export Control
This position may require access to export-controlled technical data subject to NASA regulations, ITAR, or EAR. Final candidates may be required to undergo export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment.