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Axiom Space · 3 weeks ago

Avionics Systems Engineer

Houston

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Axiom Space is building the world’s first commercial space station, Axiom Station, and is seeking an experienced Avionics Systems Engineer. The role involves specifying, designing, and testing space avionics systems and integrating them with other subsystem elements to support commercial human spaceflight modules.

AerospaceIndustrial ManufacturingSpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Create avionics system-level requirements and designs for Axiom commercial human spaceflight modules

Create interface control documents, as needed, between avionics elements and other subsystems

Manage power and data channelization that meets requirements for fault-tolerance, physical separation of common functions, and electromagnetic compatibility

Work with suppliers to select components and systems that fit into the Axiom design and procure those items

Design circuit board assemblies, as needed to fill design gaps, including FPGAs, microprocessors, power, and analog components

Coordinate integration of avionics elements with spacecraft and ground hardware and software

Design and lead functional and integration tests of avionics elements

Design and lead joint tests of avionics elements with NASA-owned interfacing hardware

Create plans and procedures for nominal and off-nominal avionics operations

Support milestone reviews (design, manufacturing, test, operations) as required

Communicate project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership

Perform additional job duties as assigned

Qualification

Avionics systems designElectrical EngineeringData interface protocolsTest equipment proficiencySpace avionics integrationCommunicationTeam collaborationProblem-solvingAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Electrical or Computer Engineering

7 or more years of experience in avionics systems design and test

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Familiarity with data interface protocols and associated hardware such as Ethernet, RS232, RS422, RS485, I2C, SPI etc

Experience with test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, multi-meters, logic analyzers, function generators, electronic load banks, power supplies, power analyzers)

Track record of delivering outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments

Uses good judgment to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges

Proven to deliver high quality results under tight deadlines

Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position

Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones