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About Axiom Space
Axiom Space is building Axiom Station, the successor to the International Space Station, and advanced spacesuits for lunar and deep space exploration. You will join the mission-driven team pioneering commercial human spaceflight and low-Earth orbit infrastructure.
The Role
You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for quality assurance of software systems. You will work with software design engineers, system and software safety engineers, and other subsystem representatives to plan, document and execute quality assurance strategies that ensure safe and reliable software operations both on the ground and in space.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop software quality assurance plans, processes and procedures for design, qualification, test and acceptance of products
- Maintain and ensure the Quality Management System (QMS) for compliance with AS 9100 and CMMI standards
- Support non-conforming product processes and corrective/preventative action plan implementation
- Conduct internal audits, submit findings, recommend Corrective Action Requests (CARs) and ensure timely completion
- Perform product and process assessments and audits to support continuous improvement
- Support achievement and maintenance of CMMI level certification in software development
- Develop quality reports, presentations and Safety and Mission Assurance (S&MA) documentation
- Maintain and improve quality processes and procedures
- Implement and ensure adherence to the nonconformance process, tracking trends and resolving issues
- Develop S&MA reports and status presentations to programme leadership
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- 5-7+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance for human spaceflight
- Knowledge of Quality Management System (QMS) and quality processes related to aerospace industry
- Knowledge of Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI)
- Experience in managing and tracking tasks and activities in JIRA and Confluence
- Ability to plan, perform analyses and report results relating to quality requirements, product and process assessments, qualification, test, audit, trends and product improvement
Desired
- Experience performing AS 9100 audits and assessments
- Experience maintaining a CMMI level rating in software development
Core Competencies
Accountability, Technical Rigor, Execution Discipline, Pride of Delivery. Embody core values of leadership, innovation and teamwork.
Work Environment
Generally an office environment in Houston, but may involve inside or outside work depending on the task. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones. 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).
Export Control
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.