Suits Verification and Validation Engineer

Axiom Space • Houston, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. 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. 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 Suits Verification and Validation Engineer to support Extra-vehicular Activities (EVA) Systems Engineering and Integration 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 an energetic and dynamic Suits Test Engineer (SME) who will primarily be responsible for leading major testing campaigns for the AxEVA System. This position reports to EVA Systems Engineering and Integration Manager. This role is onsite and will be based at our Gemini facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering (aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or related discipline).
• A minimum of 9+ years engineering experience with a minimum of 3 years in Testing, V&V or a combined equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in the full verification life cycle from concept, to planning, coordination, execution, and close-out activities.
• Experience with NASA human spaceflight programs desired, with related experience in the testing of spacecraft, spacesuits, space vehicles.
• A strong attention to detail while appreciating the bigger picture of complex and ambitious projects.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills with experience communicating to senior decision-makers and technical audiences.
• 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 with Space Suits is preferred.
• Experience in Start-up organizations a plus.
• INCOSE CSEP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement spacesuit verification and validation activities, including: Defining system, subsystem, and component verification approaches Defining verification requirements Allocating verifications to verification activities Planning and coordinating implementation of activities Draft closure notice to perform verification close-out
• Define and manage integrated Verification & Validation (V&V test plans, procedures, and schedules across all engineering teams.
• Define and coordinate verification requirements for suppliers as part of the integrated V&V plan.
• Collaborate with spacesuit system and subsystem engineers, program office personnel, and customers for V&V planning, scheduling and execution.
• Prepare test plans and presentations for peers, management, and external customers and partners.
• Capture evidence from completed verification activities to create verification closure notices and coordinate requirement close-out.
• Perform other systems engineering tasks as necessary.

Benefits

• Axiom Space is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom Space does not discriminate on the basis of race, regional color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior