Suits Verification and Validation Engineer

Axiom Space; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space is seeking a Suits Verification and Validation Engineer to lead major testing campaigns for the AxEVA system at our Gemini facility. This onsite role reports to the EVA Systems Engineering and Integration Manager and requires hands-on V&V leadership.

The ideal candidate has 9+ years in engineering with 3+ years in Testing/V&V, experience with NASA human spaceflight programs, and strong written/presentational skills. Space suit experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 9+ years engineering experience with minimum 3 years in Testing, V&V or equivalent
• Experience with full verification lifecycle from concept to close-out
• Experience with NASA human spaceflight programs desired; space suits preferred
• Excellent written and presentation skills for senior audiences

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement spacesuit verification and validation activities
• Define verification approaches and requirements across system, subsystem, and components
• Coordinate verification activities with suppliers and cross-functional teams
• Prepare test plans, closures, and evidences to close-out requirements
• Collaborate with spacesuit engineers, program office personnel, and customers for V&V planning and execution
• Capture evidence from completed verification activities to support closure notices

Skills

Verification and Validation

Systems engineering

Jira

JAMA

Confluence

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Jira

JAMA

Confluence

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 Suits Verification and Validation 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 Suits Test Engineer (SME) 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 and will be based at our Gemini facility.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan, coordinate, and implement spacesuit verification and validation activities, including:

• Defining system, subsystem, and component verification approaches
• Defining verification requirements
• Allocating verifications to verification activities
• Planning and coordinating implementation of activities
• Draft closure notice to perform verification close-out
• Define and manage integrated Verification & Validation (V&V test plans, procedures, and schedules across all engineering teams.
• Define and coordinate verification requirements for suppliers as part of the integrated V&V plan.
• Collaborate with spacesuit system and subsystem engineers, program office personnel, and customers for V&V planning, scheduling and execution.
• Prepare test plans and presentations for peers, management, and external customers and partners.
• Capture evidence from completed verification activities to create verification closure notices and coordinate requirement close-out.
• Perform other systems engineering tasks as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

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).
• A minimum of 9+ years engineering experience with a minimum of 3 years in Testing, V&V or a combined equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in the full verification life cycle from concept, to planning, coordination, execution, and close-out activities.
• Experience with NASA human spaceflight programs desired, 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.

Core 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

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. May involve support of 24/7 test operations at test facilities.

Requirements

• This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or ExportAdministration Regulations (EAR). In accordance with U.S. exportcontrol laws, final candidates may be required to undergo addit