Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV) Systems Engineer (NASA LTVS Award Contingent)

Axiom Space•Houston, TX

About The Position

Axiom Space is collaborating with Astrolab, Inc. to develop a Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV) for future Artemis missions, combining Axiom’s advanced AxEMU spacesuit with Astrolab’s FLEX rover to enable groundbreaking scientific exploration on the Moon’s surface. This partnership reflects Axiom Space’s broader mission to build era-defining space infrastructure that drives exploration and fuels a vibrant space economy that will empower our civilization to transcend Earth for the benefit of every human, everywhere. Axiom 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 engineer who is fueled by high ownership, execution horsepower, growth mindset, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond. POSITION SUMMARY We are looking for a resilient, high-energy, experienced Systems Engineer to join Axiom’s Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV) program in support of NASA’s LTV Services (LTVS) contract in partnership with Astrolab. The role requires strong problem solving, organizational, time management, and communication skills. Experience in Extravehicular Activities (EVA) and Extravehicular Robotics (EVR) operations and hardware is desired. Employment in this role is contingent on Astrolab/Axiom being selected as a winner of NASA’s LTVS contract award.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in STEM from an accredited institution
0-5 years of experience in systems engineering
Familiarity with implementation of NASA Standards, Federal Standards, and/or DOD Standards
Track record of delivering outcomes in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges
Proven to deliver high quality results under tight deadlines
Grit
Passion for space and the mission
Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
Perseverance
Resourceful, adaptable
Executes priorities with precision and pace
High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Accountability
Sense of Urgency
Extreme Ownership
Execution and Delivery
Efficiency
Effectiveness
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Extravehicular Activities (EVA) and Extravehicular Robotics (EVR) operations and hardware is desired.

Responsibilities

Collaborating with subsystem teams who are developing Axiom’s LTVS design.
Providing systems engineering support to define, develop, and verify hardware from one of the primary subsystem teams.
Providing key systems engineering services that define and scope the project: Concept of operations definition and functional analysis.
Stakeholder and technical requirements definition and management.
Interface definition, analysis, control, and management.
Verification planning, coordination, implementation, and close-out, including testing and analysis-oriented verifications.
Life cycle review coordination and support.
Trade study implementation and management.
Planning and performing testing of both subsystem components and integrated assemblies.
Assisting in the design and development of hardware and software test rigs.
Analyzing data and making recommendations for design improvements.
Performing additional job duties as assigned.