Electrical Engineer

Axiom Space; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space is seeking a resilient Electrical Engineer to develop avionics for the next generation spacesuit. You will tackle harness design, wiring deratings, and system integration to support lunar exploration goals.

Required is a Bachelor's in electrical or computer engineering with 4+ years of experience, plus experience with Altium or SolidWorks Electrical. You will work in an office environment with occasional travel and a fast-moving, mission-driven team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering with 4+ years of experience.
• Ability to communicate and problem-solve proactively.
• Comfortable delivering outcomes in fast-moving environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop avionics for the next generation spacesuit.
• Manage harness development, connectors, backshells, and shielding.
• Create harness drawings, schematics, and test plans.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure design compliance.
• Implement agile project management throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Systems thinking

Proactive communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering

Tools

Altium

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

Axiom Space is guided by the vision to build era-defining space infrastructure that drives exploration and fuels a vibrant space economy for the benefit of every human everywhere. Axiom Space is the leading provider of human spaceflight services and developer of human-rated space Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit. Axiom Space operates end-to-end missions to the International Space Station today while developing its successor, Axiom Station – a permanent commercial destination in low-Earth orbit that will sustain human growth off the planet and bring untold benefits back home.

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 Electrical Engineer who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, 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 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 DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage or participate in all aspects of flight harness development including:
• 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 other documentation
• Manage procurements and project schedules
• Troubleshoot issues with building and testing
• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership
• Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle
• 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 4+ years of experience
• Comfortable driving forward and delivering outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
• Ability to communicate and problem-solve proactively

Preferred

• 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

Core Skills

• Passion for space and the mission
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
• High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
• Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster

Core Competencies:

Embody our core values of leadership , innovation , and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Accountability
• Technical Rigor
• Execution Discipline
• Pride of Delivery

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 up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)
• Equipment and Machines
• Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)

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.