Electrical Design Technician (Prime) III

Axiom Space • Houston, CA

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About The Position

Axiom Space is seeking an Electrical Design Technician III to create and manage electronic CAD designs for the Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit (AxEMU) Portable Life Support System (PLSS). The PLSS includes flight computers, radios, sensors, and network switches that support communication and control during spacewalks. The role designs PCBs that manage commands, telemetry, and internal data flows to help ensure reliable suit operation and mission performance.

The technician develops schematics and PCB layouts and contributes to design rule checks, simulations, manufacturing readiness, supplier data intake, and review package preparation. The role works across electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams and supports design iterations, testing, debugging, documentation, and the transition from prototype to production. The position is generally based in an office environment, though tasks may involve indoor or outdoor work. Evening and weekend work may be needed to meet critical project milestones. Access to export-controlled technical data may require additional screening.

Requirements

• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
• At Level 3, five or more years of experience in circuit and PCB design; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience creating and managing ECAD designs, including schematics, PCB layouts, and simulations.
• Experience using ECAD software such as Altium Designer or OrCAD.
• Strong knowledge of PCB design principles and electronic circuit design.
• Ability to identify design issues, optimize layouts, and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and explain technical designs to non-technical stakeholders.
• Clear technical writing skills and ability to produce design documentation, status materials, and review packages that others can act on.
• Curiosity, initiative, and willingness to ask questions early rather than deliver an incorrect answer late.
• Comfort working in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment where answers may not yet be documented.
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.
• May be required to undergo additional export control screening for eligibility to access export-controlled technical data or technology.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in electrical design for spacecraft, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability programs.
• Direct experience taking electronic schematics and PCB layouts from prototype to production, including at least one program carried through Critical Design Review.
• Familiarity with standards such as IPC-2152, IPC-2220, IPC-2221, IPC-2222, IPC-2223, IPC-2225, IPC-2226, IPC-2228, IPC-4552, IPC-6012, or MIL-STD-981.
• Passion for space and the mission.
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to collaborate within and across teams.
• Ability to use systems and tools to find smarter and faster technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electronic schematics and PCB designs using ECAD software, ensuring accuracy and compliance with design specifications and industry standards.
• Maintain and update component libraries, ECAD tools, and templates to optimize workflow efficiency and consistency across projects.
• Perform design rule checks and simulations to verify electrical integrity, signal integrity, and PCB manufacturability.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to address design iterations, resolve conflicts, and support transition from prototype to production.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including installation guides, maintenance manuals, and design specifications for internal use.
• Assist with testing, debugging, and issue resolution during development and production.
• Document design decisions, trade studies, and verification plans.
• Communicate progress, status, and issues honestly and early, including when something is not working.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree