Electrical Labs (HIL/SIL) Engineering Manager

Hardware FYI; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space seeks a Manager, Electrical Labs (HIL/SIL) to lead the hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop labs across aerospace development programs. You will build and mentor a multidisciplinary team, define verification and validation strategies, and drive lab asset lifecycle management.

You will collaborate with programs, engineering, quality, and certification teams to ensure test readiness and system integration, while advancing automation and best practices and maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field preferred
• 8+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries
• 3+ years of experience leading engineering, test, or lab teams
• Experience developing, operating, and maintaining HIL/SIL test environments
• Experience in analog/digital electronics or PCB design
• Strong knowledge of V&V, test automation, and simulation-based testing

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation and growth of HIL/SIL labs supporting aerospace programs
• Manage multidisciplinary team of engineers and lab staff
• Define and execute V&V strategies for avionics and embedded systems
• Collaborate on procurement, installation, calibration, and lifecycle management of lab assets
• Establish lab priorities, resources, schedules, and budgets
• Ensure readiness and integration through collaboration with engineering and program teams
• Drive automation of test frameworks and data acquisition systems
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and quality processes
• Review test plans, procedures, and reports for audit readiness
• Lead root cause investigations of test anomalies and hardware/software issues
• Identify opportunities for lab modernization and new technologies
• Provide technical leadership for HIL/SIL architecture and risk management

Skills

Leadership

Test engineering

HIL/SIL

V&V

Lab management

System integration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field

Tools

HIL/SIL environments

PCB design

Analog/digital electronics

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, guided by the vision of leading humanity's expansion off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond. For more information about Axiom Space, visit www.axiomspace.com.

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 Manager, Electrical Labs (HIL/SIL) 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.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and strategic growth of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) laboratory environments supporting aerospace development programs.
• Manage and develop a multidisciplinary team of test engineers, simulation engineers, lab technicians, and support personnel.
• Define and execute verification and validation (V&V) strategies for avionics, electrical, embedded, and integrated aerospace systems.
• Collaborate with programs on the planning, procurement, installation, calibration, and lifecycle management of lab equipment, test assets, and simulation platforms.
• Establish laboratory team priorities, resource allocation, schedules, and budgets to support program milestones and customer commitments.
• Collaborate with engineering, program management, quality, and certification teams to ensure test readiness and successful system integration.
• Drive development and automation of test frameworks, data acquisition systems, and simulation capabilities to improve efficiency and coverage.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards, company procedures, safety requirements, and configuration management processes.
• Review and approve test plans, procedures, reports, and technical documentation to ensure accuracy, quality, and audit readiness.
• Lead root cause investigations and resolution of test anomalies, hardware failures, software defects, and system integration issues.
• Collaborate with programs to identify opportunities for laboratory modernization, process improvement, and adoption of new technologies and best practices.
• Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise for HIL/SIL architecture, risk management, and verification activities across multiple programs.
• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field preferred
• 8+years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or other highly regulated industries
• 3+ years of experience leading engineering, test, laboratory, or technical teams
• Experience developing, operating, and maintaining Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and/or Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) test environments
• Experience in analog/digital electronics, or PCB design
• Strong knowledge of system integration, verification and validation (V&V), test automation, and simulation-based testing methodologies.
• Experience supporting the development and certification of complex avionics, electrical, embedded software, or aerospace systems.
• Track record of leading verification and validation activities for flight hardware or systems
• Experience guiding and mentoring a diverse team
• Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
• Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges
• Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results

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

• 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). In accordance with U.S. export control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised
• 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.