Manager, Software Test & Project Support

axiomspace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space seeks a bold and dynamic Manager, Software Test & Project Support to lead the Test & Project Support team within Software Engineering. This role oversees the software test, validation and verification of flight software, working closely with software developers, systems engineers, and test teams to define infrastructure for test plans and platforms.

You will guide a team to design and develop systems meeting milestones, schedules, and cost targets, and drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related field; or equivalent
• 8+ years of professional software development experience
• Expertise in designing and implementing scalable test frameworks
• Proficiency in Python, C, C++, and Bash
• Proven leadership ability with track record of guiding software teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for diverse stakeholders
• Passion for innovation in spaceflight software
• Ability to perform under fast-moving, ambiguous environments

Responsibilities

• Direct and lead a team of software engineers to design and develop the Axiom Software test framework
• Collaborate with software and hardware teams to identify design improvements
• Coordinate with hardware test teams as needed
• Participate and provide input to annual reviews for team members
• Work with the Software Engineering Center to identify automation opportunities and tech advances
• Schedule deliverables according to milestones and optimize cost and resources
• Communicate project progress, status, and issues to stakeholders and leadership
• Implement and sustain agile project management methods throughout the lifecycle
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Python

C

C++

Bash

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Test framework design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Job description

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, Software Test & Project Support 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

Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Manager for the Test & Project Support team in Software Engineering. This role will be responsible for providing team leadership in support of the software test, validation and verification of the Axiom flight software. This position will work closely with various software developers, systems engineers, software safety, software architects, and other test teams as needed to define the infrastructure for our software test plans and platform.

This role will lead a team of software developers to design and develop systems that meet delivery milestones, schedule, and reduce costs. This position will develop, maintain, and implement processes improvements to assist in product development, team development. Other duties will be assigned as required.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct and lead a team of software engineers to design and develop the Axiom Software test framework
• Collaborate with other software and hardware team to identify improvements to our design
• Collaborate with hardware test teams as needed
• Participate and provide input to yearly reviews for team members
• Collaborate with Axiom's Software Engineering Center to identify areas of automation and technology advancements
• Schedule deliverables according to milestones and identify opportunities for cost, schedule, and any additional resource savings
• 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 Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8+ years of professional software development experience
• Expertise in designing and implementing scalable test frameworks
• Proficiency in Python, C, C++, and Bash
• Proven leadership ability, with a track record of successfully guiding software teams
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders
• Passion for innovation and a drive to advance state-of-the-art spaceflight software
• 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 r