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About Axiom Space
Axiom Space builds commercial space infrastructure and human-rated spaceflight systems. We operate missions to the International Space Station and are developing Axiom Station, a permanent commercial destination in low-Earth orbit.
The Role
We are hiring an experienced Electrical Engineer to develop avionics for the next-generation spacesuit. This position directly supports the nation's ambitions of landing the first woman and next man on the surface of the Moon.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage or participate in all aspects of flight harness development: design, procurement, fabrication, testing, and installation
- Conduct research for appropriate selection of connectors, backshells, contacts, cable sleeving, and shielding
- Calculate bundle diameters, bend radii, and deratings of wires
- Work with stakeholders and component owners across the organization to ensure designs are compliant
- Create harness drawings, schematics, manufacturing instructions, test plans, and documentation
- Manage procurements and project schedules
- Troubleshoot issues with building and testing
- Communicate project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership
- Implement and maintain agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering with 4 or more years of experience
- Comfortable driving forward and delivering outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
- Ability to communicate and problem-solve proactively
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with NASA-STS-8739.4A
- Experience with spaceflight or harsh environment rated electronics
- Experience with NASA or DOD requirements and regulations
- Proficiency in Altium, Solid Works Electrical, or equivalent software packages
Work Environment and Requirements
This position is based in Houston. Work environment is generally office-based but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task. You must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation and provide proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency. You must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.
Physical work involves sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time) and may require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs (5% of the time).