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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.\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 Ground Network Engineer (Development Network) (Lv 4) 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.\nPOSITION SUMMARY\nSince Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Ground Network Engineer (Development Network) (up to a level IV) to design and implement network solutions (scripts, procedures, etc.) for the Axiom networking infrastructure that supports the development of the Axiom Station.\nThe development network for the Axiom Station is critical ground infrastructure that supports the testing and verification of the various flight networks that the spacecraft will carry. You will configure, monitor, and troubleshoot implementations of the Station Development Networks for testing, certification, and flight environments.\nKEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES\nDesign and implement network solutions (scripts, procedures, etc.) for the Axiom development network infrastructure\nLead development and create standardized processes for Networking for Axiom's Ground facilities\nDocument and present new processes and infrastructure\nDocument verification results and create verification closure records.\nCommunicate progress, status, and issues honestly and early, including when something is not working.\nPerform additional job duties as assigned.\nQUALIFICATIONS:\nTo 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. \nEducation & Experience\nBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.\nLevel 4: 8 or more years of experience in development lab network design with substantial integration and test ownership.\nProficiency in network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, AD) and network hardware and software.\nProven ability to configure, monitor, and troubleshoot support networks, including hardware/software management, capacity planning, and incident response.\nAbility to plan, design, and execute integration and verification activities across hardware, firmware, and software.\nExpertise in test automation frameworks (Python, Robot Framework, JUnit) and integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins).\nExpertise with HIL/SIL environments, testbeds and emulation environments.\nClear technical writing, and the ability to produce verification documentation, status material, and review packages that other people can act on.\nCuriosity, initiative, and the willingness to ask a question early rather than deliver a wrong answer late.\nComfort working in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment where the answer is often not yet written down.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience in integration and test in spacecraft, aerospace, defense, or other high reliability programs.\nExposure to interface control documents, requirements management tools such as Jama or DOORS, or configuration management practice.\nExposure to laboratory or test operations, including equipment procurement, facility readiness, or test scheduling.\nFamiliarity with space program standards such as SSP 30237, SSP 41000, NASA-HDBK-4008, NASA-STD-4003A, or NASA-STD-3001.\nEngineer in Training certification, or progress toward professional certification.\nCore Skills\nPassion for space and the mission\nEntrepreneurial, growth mindset\nHigh EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally\nTech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster \nCore Competencies:\nEmbody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:\nAccountability\nTechnical Rigor\nExecution Discipline\nPride of Delivery \nWORK ENVIRONMENT:\nGenerally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.\nRequirements\nThis 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.\nManagement has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised\nMust be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones\nPhysical Requirements\nWork may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time)\nMay require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time)\nEquipment and Machines\nStandard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)\nAxiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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