System Performance Engineer

Axiom Space; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions. We seek a bold System Performance Engineer to support the EVA SE&I team and assess the EVA spacesuit’s overall performance.

The role involves implementing integrated metrics, developing analysis tooling, and collaborating across the organization to ensure up-to-date metrics for NASA delivery, with a focus on system mass, power consumption, and data

Qualifications

• Experience presenting technical data to diverse audiences.
• Experience with Python and SQL to manage and analyze large data sets.
• Engineering analyses including mass, thermal, power systems, and consumables.
• Space flight system development and systems engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement system performance metrics for the EVA program.
• Track technical performance metrics such as mass and power consumption.
• Develop tooling for data analysis and dashboards for NASA delivery.
• Collaborate across teams to keep metrics up to date and inform decisions.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data analysis

Systems engineering

Spaceflight experience

Technical communication

Problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Engineering (strongly preferred)

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 System Performance 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 experienced System Performance Engineer to support the EVA SE&I team. The System Performance Analyst will be responsible for assessing, tracking, and reporting overall system performance of the EVA spacesuit.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement integrated system performance analysis metrics for the Axiom EVA program.
• Identify and track key technical performance metrics that demonstrate the Axiom space suit’s performance, such as system mass and power consumption.
• Contribute to management, organization, and analysis of test data to inform system metrics.
• Develop and implement tooling to perform analysis of test data
• Develop and implement mechanisms for maturing these metrics as system fidelity increases.
• Collaborate across the organization to ensure system metrics are up to date, and coordinate integration of analysis products for NASA delivery.
• Create and maintain system performance dashboards and other data visualization tools.
• 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.

• Experience presenting technical data to a broad range of technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience with using python, and SQL to manage, organize, and query large volumes of data.
• Experience with using python to develop tooling for performing analysis
• Experience performing engineering analyses, including but not limited to mass analysis, consumables analysis, thermal analysis, power systems analysis, etc.
• Experience in systems engineering and space flight system development
• Experience leading design trades and performance assessments
• 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.

Education & Experience Levels

• Level II Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field (ABET-accredited preferred), required across all levels. 2-6 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level III Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field (ABET-accredited preferred), required across all levels. 4-9 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level IV Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Engineering, preferred for Levels II–V and strongly preferred for Levels VI–VII. 7-12 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level V Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Engineering, preferred for Levels II–V and strongly preferred for Levels VI–VII. 10-16 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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

• 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.)

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

About Axiom Space

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.