Axiom Space · 1 day ago
Radio Systems Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expAxiom Space is building the world’s first commercial space station, Axiom Station, and is seeking a bold and dynamic Radio Systems Engineer. The role involves designing and testing space communication systems, integrating them with avionics subsystems, and coordinating with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure successful project milestones.
AerospaceIndustrial ManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design radio communication systems for Axiom commercial human spaceflight modules
Calculate radio frequency (RF) link budgets and analyze system performance
Work with suppliers to select components and systems that fit into the Axiom design and procure those items
Coordinate integration of communication components with spacecraft and ground hardware and software
Design and lead functional and integration tests of radio communication components
Design and lead joint tests of communication elements with NASA-owned interfacing hardware
Create plans and procedures for nominal and off-nominal operations
Perform Radio Frequency interference and compatibility analysis for Space based communication systems
Perform spectrum management & coordination tasks for radio systems and interface with NASA centers and federal agencies to resolve spectrum issues
Support obtaining necessary licenses from FCC or other required agencies
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
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering required
7 or more years of experience in radio systems design and test (with a preference for work in support of space missions)
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Experience with test equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, oscilloscopes, multi-meters, function generators, power supplies)
Familiarity with data interface protocols and associated hardware such as Ethernet, RS232, RS422, RS485, I2C, SPI etc
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
Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised
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
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)
Preferred
Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with space radio system integration
Company
Axiom Space
Axiom Space is a commercial space station company that connects to the ISS.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$500MKey Investors
C5 CapitalIBX
2025-03-27Series Unknown
2024-06-07Series Unknown
2023-08-21Series C· $350M
Leadership Team
Jonathan Cirtain
CEO, President Axiom Space
Tejpaul Bhatia
Chief Executive Officer
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