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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.\nAxiom 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.\nPOSITION SUMMARY\nWe 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.\nKEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES\nDuties and responsibilities may include tasks from one or all of these responsibility areas:\nEnd-to-end, cradle-to-grave Systems Engineering for Axiom EVA Systems, including Suits, Flight Support Equipment, Training Equipment, Ground Equipment, and EVA Tools.\n\nResponsible 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.\n\nResponsible for definition, planning, coordination and closure for verification of EVA requirements.\n\nResponsible for definition, planning, coordination and closure for validation activities of Axiom EVA concepts of operations.\n\nDefine and implement requirements and design validation activities.\n\nCoordinate Axiom EVA system product breakdown structures and architecture definition.\n\nSupport 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.\n\nDefine and maintain System and Subsystem integrated performance assessments.\n\nMonitor design and testing progress and communicate potential issues to SE&I.\n\nDevelop waivers and other variances\n\nCommunicate AxEVA System Engineering and Integration progress and status.\n\nCollaborate with system and subsystem engineer, program office personnel, and external customers for SE&I planning, scheduling, and execution.\n\nPerform additional job duties as assigned.\n\nCoordinate integrated Verification & Validation (V&V test plans, procedures, and schedules) across all engineering teams.\n\nPlan, coordinate, and implement spacesuit verification and validation activities, including:\n\nDefining system, subsystem, and component V&V approaches\n\nDefining V&V requirements\n\nPlanning and coordinating implementation of V&V activities\n\nDefine and coordinate V&V requirements for suppliers as part of the integrated V&V plan.\n\nCollaborate with AxEVA System and subsystem engineers, program office personnel, and customers for V&V planning, scheduling and execution.\n\nCoordinate test and analysis plans and presentations with peers, management, and external customers and partners.\n\nCapture evidence from completed V&V activities to create verification closure notices and coordinate requirement close-out.\n\nPerform other systems engineering tasks as necessary.\n\nQUALIFICATIONS:\nThe 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.\nEducation & Experience\n Level II\nBachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field (ABET-accredited preferred), required across all levels.\n\n2-6 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience\n\n Level III\nBachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field (ABET-accredited preferred) required across all levels.\n\n4-9 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience\n\nLevel IV\nMaster's Degree or Ph.D. in Engineering, preferred for Levels II-V and strongly preferred for levels VI-VII\n\n7-12 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience\n\nPlus, whatever else is pertinent\n\nLevel V\nMaster's Degree or Ph.D. in Engineering, preferred for Levels II-V and strongly preferred for Levels VI-VII\n\n10-16 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education experience\n\nGrit\nExtreme ownership mindset\n\nPerseverance\n\nResourceful, adaptable\n\nSkills\nExecutes priorities with precision and pace.\n\nHigh EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally.\n\nTech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter.\n\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\n\nSupport Agile development, architecture, and scrum implementation, using Jira, JAMA, and Confluence\n\nCompetencies:\nEmbody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: · Passion for space and the mission\nAccountability\n\nDrives momentum\n\nExtreme Ownership\n\nExecution and Delivery\n\nEfficiency\n\nEffectiveness\n\nWORK ENVIRONMENT:\nGenerally, 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.\nRequirements\nMust be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation\n\nManagement has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.\n\nProof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.\n\nMust be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.\n\nPhysical Requirements\nWork may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)\n\nMay require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)\n\nEquipment and Machines\n\nStandard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)\n\nAxiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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