Avionics Engineering Lead (Space Suits)

Axiom Space; Texas; On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space is seeking a seasoned Avionics Senior Technical Lead to develop avionics for the next generation spacesuit and support EVA systems. This role directly contributes to national ambitions in lunar exploration and future crewed missions.

You will oversee program-wide avionics, mentor engineers, and drive critical design decisions across development and production. Based in Texas, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage complex electronics designs, and ensure rigorous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering required.
• 15+ years of relevant avionics experience.
• Ability to deliver outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
• Proactive problem-solving and strong communication skills.
• Preferred: experience with high-speed digital circuits, spaceflight electronics, NASA or DOD requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight of program-wide avionics functions and design to support EVA system evolution from development to production and testing.
• Coordinate and plan tasks with Avionics Team to meet program development plan and schedule.
• Collaborate with the Office Chief Engineer to provide Avionics support on EVA system.
• Mentor engineering staff as part of the Power Avionics and Controls team.
• Manage the overall avionics architecture and drive sound technical decisions.
• Participate in all aspects of avionics development from design to certification and flight.
• Design spaceflight-rated PCBs for life support systems.
• Design instruments including FPGAs, microprocessors, power, and analog components.
• Communicate project progress, status, and issues to stakeholders and leadership.
• Build and test prototype and spaceflight hardware.
• Prepare documentation for design reviews, manufacturing, assembly, and testing.

Skills

Precision and pace

Cross-functional collaboration

Systems thinking

Clear written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical/computer engineering

15+ years experience

Job description

Axiom Space is building the world's first commercial space station - Axiom Station. Serving as a cornerstone for sustained human presence in space, this next-generation orbital platform fosters groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity, and cultivates the vibrant, global space economy of tomorrow. Today, driven by the vision of leading humanity's journey off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services to the International Space Station and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and low-Earth orbit. Axiom Space is building era-defining space infrastructure that drives exploration and fuels a vibrant space economy that will empower our civilization to transcend Earth for the benefit of every human, everywhere. Axiom Space fosters a work environment inclusive of all perspectives. We are the pioneers of commercial space, leading the transformation of low-Earth orbit into a global space marketplace. Our mission-driven team is seeking a bold and dynamic Avionics Senior Technical Lead who is fueled by high ownership, execution horsepower, growth mindset, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for a resilient, high-energy, experienced Avionics Senior Technical Lead 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 DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical oversight of program-wide avionics functions and design to support Axiom's EVA System as it evolves from development to production and testing.
• Coordinate and plan tasks with Avionics Team to meet program development plan and schedule.
• Collaborate with the Office Chief Engineer to provide Avionics support on EVA system.
• Provide mentorship to engineering staff as part of the Power Avionics and Controls team.
• Manage the overall avionics architecture and drive sound technical decision making.
• Participate in all aspects of avionics development from design to certification and flight.
• Design spaceflight rated PCBs for critical life support systems.
• Design instruments including FPGAs, microprocessors, power, and analog components.
• Serve as the motive force for pushing designs through the development lifecycle.
• Manage and communicate project progress, status, and issues to stakeholders and leadership.
• Build and test prototype and spaceflight hardware.
• Prepare documentation for design reviews, manufacturing, assembly, and testing.
• Perform additional job 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

Required

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering with 15+ years of experience
• Comfortable driving forward and delivering outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
• Ability to communicate and problem-solve proactively

Preferred

• Experience with high-speed digital circuits
• Experience with spaceflight or harsh environment rated electronics
• Experience with NASA or DOD requirements and regulations

Grit

• Passion for space and the mission
• Exhibits a growth mindset and actively seeks out challenges
• Displays perseverance and an ability to overcome obstacles
• Resourcefulness, adaptability, and self-motivation

Skills

• Executes priorities with precision and pace
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
• Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an active communication style

Competencies:

• Accountability
• Sense of Urgency
• Extreme Ownership
• Execution and Delivery
• Efficiency
• Effectiveness

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
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones

Physical Requirements

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)
• May require lifting and carrying