EVA MBSE Systems Engineer

Axiom Space; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space in Webster, Texas is seeking an energetic EVA Principal Systems Engineer to lead major testing campaigns for the AxEVA System. You will own cradle-to-grave systems engineering for EVA assets and report to the EVA Systems Engineering and Integration Manager.

The role requires 6+ years in systems engineering, proficiency with Cameo MBSE, and experience with UHF, WiFi, and 5G communications, plus NASA human spaceflight programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering (aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or related discipline).
• A minimum of 6+ years systems engineering experience across the lifecycle (concepts, requirements, design support, integration, V&V) or equivalent.
• Experience using Cameo for system modeling and trades analysis.
• Experience with communications systems including UHF, WiFi, and cellular/5G.
• Experience with NASA human spaceflight programs and testing of spacecraft/spacesuits is preferred.
• INCOSE CSEP preferred; strong ownership, persistence, and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end, cradle-to-grave Systems Engineering for Axiom EVA Systems, including Suits, Flight Support Equipment, Training Equipment, Ground Equipment, and EVA Tools.
• Conception and requirements development, including interfaces, procurement specs, traceability, and maintenance.
• Create EVA Systems Model in MBSE (Cameo) and decompose to component level.
• Integrate system model into Jama requirements management for traceability.
• Support verification & validation of EVA requirements and conduct trade studies for improved communications and antenna updates.
• Define and maintain system/subsystem performance assessments and assist with cross-functional changes.

Skills

Systems engineering

MBSE Cameo

Requirements management

Trade studies

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering

Tools

JAMA

Confluence

JIRA

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 EVA Principal Systems Engineer to support Extra-vehicular Activities (EVA) Systems Engineering and Integration 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 an energetic and dynamic EVA Principal Systems Engineer who will primarily be responsible for leading major testing campaigns for the AxEVA System. This position reports to EVA Systems Engineering and Integration Manager. This role is onsite at Axiom in Webster, Texas.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• End-to-end, cradle-to-grave Systems Engineering for Axiom EVA Systems, including Suits, Flight Support Equipment, Training Equipment, Ground Equipment, and EVA Tools.
• Responsible for Axiom EVA Systems conception, including 1) concept of operations, functions, and interfaces, 2) subsystem-level requirements, 3) procurement specifications, including synthesis, traceability, derivation, stakeholder needs, impact assessments, and requirements maintenance and updates.
• Responsible for creation of EVA Systems Model in an MBSE environment (Cameo), including top level functions, architecture, and interfaces, and decomposed down to component level functions, architecture and interfaces.
• Responsible for integration of system model into Jama requirements management system to enable full requirement to design traceability.
• Responsible for implementation of trade study comparing alternative solutions to provide improved communications capabilities, including internal avionics architectures as well as external suit updates for antennas.
• Responsible for support to definition, planning, coordination and closure for verification and validation of EVA requirements.
• Creation and management of Axiom EVA system product breakdown structures and architecture definition.
• Support Axiom EVA Systems development by providing down-and-in system and subsystem-level support and information, including change impacts to/from other areas of the AxEVA System.
• Define and maintain System and Subsystem integrated performance assessments.
• Perform other systems engineering tasks as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering (aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or related discipline).
• A minimum of 6+ years systems engineering experience including activities across the lifecycle (e.g., concepts, requirements, design support, integration, V&V) equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience using Cameo or similar tools for creation, analysis, and application of System Models to address systems development trades and architecture development.
• Experience with communications systems including UHF, WiFi, and cellular/5G.
• Experience with NASA human spaceflight programs, with related experience in the testing of spacecraft, spacesuits, space vehicles.
• Experience with Space Suits is preferred.
• A strong attention to detail while appreciating the bigger picture of complex and ambitious projects.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills with experience communicating to senior decision-makers and technical audiences.
• Experience in Start-up organizations a plus INCOSE CSEP preferred Grit Extreme ownership mindset Perseverance Resourceful, adaptable 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 Support Agile development, architecture, and scrum implementation, using Jira, JAMA, and Confluence.

COMPETENCIES

• Passion for space and the mission
• Accountability Drives momentum
• Extreme Ownership
• Execution and Delivery Efficiency Effectiveness

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task. May involve support of 24/7 test operations at test facilities.

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.

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 will empower our civilization to transcend Earth for the benefit of every human, everywhere.