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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 Human Spaceflight Life Support Systems R&D 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.\nPOSITION SUMMARY\nSince Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Human Spaceflight Life Support Systems R&D Engineer to support the research, design, development, integration, testing, and evaluation of advanced technologies that enable safe and sustainable human spaceflight. Working within a multidisciplinary aerospace R&D laboratory, this individual will contribute to the development and validation of Environmental Control and Life Support Systems (ECLSS), including technologies for atmospheric revitalization, oxygen generation, carbon dioxide removal, water recovery, thermal and humidity control, and environmental monitoring.\nKEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES\nAssist with the design, fabrication, assembly, integration, and evaluation of experimental systems, components, and test articles to support research and development of life support technologies for human spaceflight applications. \nContributes to the development of technologies that improve system capability, reliability, efficiency, maintainability, and resource utilization. \nSupport the transition of laboratory concepts into prototype systems and technology demonstrations. \nSet up, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot laboratory test stands, experimental apparatus, instrumentation, and life support system prototypes. \nDevelop and execute test plans, experimental procedures, and performance characterization activities involving gas processing, fluid systems, water treatment, filtration, chemical processes, sensors, and environmental monitoring, as applicable to assigned projects. \nSupport troubleshooting, root-cause investigations, failure analysis, and corrective-action development. \nCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify design improvements and resolve technical challenges and serve as a mentor. \nConfigure and operate sensors, measurement devices, data acquisition systems, and laboratory monitoring equipment to acquire, process, analyze, and visualize experimental data using appropriate engineering software and analytical tools. \nMaintain accurate on-line laboratory notebooks, experimental records, calibration documentation, and configuration histories and communicate findings, test results, risks, and recommendations to project teams and technical leadership. \nEnsure experiments are performed safely and in accordance with approved procedures, laboratory protocols, and applicable engineering requirements while maintaining a clean, organized \nCommunicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership \nImplementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle \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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nEducation & Experience\nBachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related technical field, and 15 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. \nUnderstanding of fundamental engineering principles, including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer, chemistry, instrumentation, or control systems, depending on the candidate's background. \nAbility to follow technical procedures, operate laboratory equipment, troubleshoot hardware, and interpret experimental results. \nProficiency in technical documentation, data analysis, and preparation of engineering reports. \nStrong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. \nAbility to work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team. \nTrack record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments \nUses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges \nDemonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results \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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