Principal Systems Engineer

Axiom Space; Georgia; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space is seeking a bold and dynamic Principal Systems Engineer to lead major testing campaigns for the AxEVA System. This onsite role in Webster, Texas reports to the Systems Engineering and Integration Manager and requires deep expertise in EVA systems and verification planning.

The position emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and accountability across multiple engineering teams, with a focus on ensuring rigorous validation of system concepts and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or related discipline).
• 10+ years of experience in System Engineering and Integration.
• Track record of delivering in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end systems engineering for Axiom EVA Systems, including suits and ground equipment.
• Define and manage system requirements, verification, and validation plans.
• Coordinate system and subsystem architecture, interfaces, and product breakdown structures.
• Lead verification/validation activities across engineering teams and suppliers.
• Develop waivers and variances; monitor progress and communicate status.

Skills

Passion for space

Entrepreneurial mindset

High EQ

Team collaboration

Technical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

10+ years of System Engineering and Integration experience

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 Principal Systems 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

Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Principal Systems Engineer who will primarily be responsible for leading major testing campaigns for the AxEVA System. This position reports to 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 definition, planning, coordination and closure for verification of EVA requirements
• Responsible for definition, planning, coordination and closure for validation activities of Axiom EVA concepts of operations
• Define and implement requirements and design validation activities.
• Coordinate 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
• Monitor design and testing progress and communicate potential issues to SE&I
• Develop waivers and other variances
• Communicate System Engineering and Integration progress and status
• Collaborate with system and subsystem engineer, program office personnel, and external customers for SE&I planning, scheduling, and execution
• Perform additional job duties as assigned
• Coordinate integrated Verification & Validation (V&V test plans, procedures, and schedules) across all engineering teams.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement spacesuit verification and validation activities, including:
  • Defining system, subsystem, and component V&V approaches
  • Defining V&V requirements
  • Planning and coordinating implementation of V&V activities
  • Define and coordinate V&V requirements for suppliers as part of the integrated V&V plan.
• Collaborate with AxEVA System and subsystem engineers, program office personnel, and customers for V&V planning, scheduling and execution.
• Coordinate test and analysis plans and presentations with peers, management, and external customers and partners.
• Capture evidence from completed V&V activities to create verification closure notices and coordinate requirement close-out.
• Perform other systems engineering tasks as necessary.

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 an engineering (aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or related discipline)
• 10+ years of experience in System Engineering and Integration
• 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.

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.