Interfaces Engineer

OVERVIEW: Axiom Space is the commercial leader in human spaceflight and on-orbit research & manufacturing services, steered by a team of experts and guided by the vision of a thriving home in space that benefits every human, everywhere. Axiom provides unprecedented access to the International Space Station today while building and operating its successor – the world’s first international commercial space station – to improve life on Earth and foster possibilities beyond it.  Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Project Engineer who is preoccupied with big questions: Where do we go from here? What are the limits of innovation and exploration? How do we continue to evolve as a species?

NASA chose Axiom Space to develop its next-generation astronaut spacesuits for the Artemis lunar missions. These new spacesuits built by Axiom Space will provide astronauts with advanced capabilities for space exploration, while providing commercially developed human systems needed to access, live, and work in microgravity as well as on and around the Moon.

SUMMARY:  Our team is looking for an energetic and dynamic Interfaces Engineer who will primarily be responsible for defining, specifying, and otherwise developing interfaces between Axiom Space and external stakeholders. This role is onsite and will be based at our Gemini facility.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work on a collaborative team defining, coordinating, tracking, and baselining Axiom’s EVA interfaces via IRDs, ICDs, and IDDs, in alignment with our core value of leading.
• Apply systems engineering principles to develop EVA interfaces, including the following: 
  • Concept of operations support
  • Interface definition and management
  • Interface control and management
  • Planning, coordination, implementation, and close-out of interface documentation with external stakeholders
  • Life cycle review coordination and support
  • Interface verification planning and execution
• Ensure coordination of design changes and associated impacts across the program and with external stakeholders, in alignment with our core value of together.
• Identify program risks and mitigations, demonstrating our competency of organizational support.
• Manage integrated performance assessments and trade studies
• Analyze data and make recommendations for improvement, demonstrating our competency in problem solving.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other STEM related field
• 5 years’ experience in systems engineering, or similar role or a combined equivalent amount of education and experience
• Strong background in blank page design, systems engineering, and integration
• Familiarity with Jama, DOORS, or other requirements management database software suites
• General systems engineering knowledge and practices in line with INCOSE and /or NASA standards
• Familiarity with performing work in an Agile environment
• INCOSE Certification preferred

Essential Functions

Work Environment: Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Requirements 

• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.

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).
• Equipment and Machines
• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skill
• Excellent communication skill, verbal and written
• Excellent organizational skills
• Result oriented personality with a creative approach to problem solving
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and produce timely results
• Self-motivated

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity
• Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources
• Teamwork - Eager and able to work in a collaborative and cross-disciplinary fashion in a fast-paced, dynamic, and deadline-oriented environment

Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.