EVA Systems Engineer (Levels II-V) Verified today
About Axiom Space
Axiom Space is building the world's first commercial space station and is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services to the International Space Station. The company develops advanced spacesuits for the Moon and low-Earth orbit, and fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives.
The Role
You will serve as EVA Principal Systems Engineer, leading major testing campaigns for the AxEVA System. This position is onsite in Webster, Texas, reporting to the EVA Systems Engineering and Integration Manager.
What You Will Do
- Conduct end-to-end, cradle-to-grave systems engineering for Axiom EVA Systems, including suits, flight support equipment, training equipment, ground equipment, and EVA tools.
- Define Axiom EVA Systems conception: concept of operations, functions, interfaces, subsystem-level requirements, and procurement specifications.
- Develop and maintain system and subsystem integrated performance assessments.
- Plan, coordinate, and implement spacesuit verification and validation activities, including defining V&V approaches, requirements, and implementation across all engineering teams.
- Coordinate product breakdown structures and architecture definition with subsystem engineers and program office personnel.
- Define and implement requirements and design validation activities aligned with concepts of operations.
- Develop waivers and other variances; monitor design and testing progress.
- Capture evidence from V&V activities to create verification closure notices and coordinate requirement close-out.
- Collaborate across system, subsystem, program office, and external customers for SE&I and V&V planning, scheduling, and execution.
- Communicate AxEVA system engineering progress and status to stakeholders.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field required (ABET-accredited preferred). Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Engineering preferred for Levels II-V.
Experience
- Level II: 2-6 years
- Level III: 4-9 years
- Level IV: 7-12 years
- Level V: 10-16 years
Key Attributes
- Extreme ownership mindset with perseverance and resourcefulness.
- Adaptable and able to execute priorities with precision and pace.
- High emotional intelligence and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Tech-savvy with systems and tools; experience with Agile development, Jira, JAMA, and Confluence.
- Passion for space and the mission; accountability and drive to deliver results efficiently and effectively.
Requirements
- Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency required.
- Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.
- Work may involve support of 24/7 test operations at test facilities.
Work Environment
Generally an office environment with potential inside or outside work depending on the task. Work involves 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 provided.