System Safety Engineer, Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Axiom Space•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Axiom Space is guided by the vision to build era-defining space infrastructure that drives exploration and fuels a vibrant space economy for the benefit of every human everywhere. Axiom Space is the leading provider of human spaceflight services and developer of human-rated space Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit. Axiom Space operates end-to-end missions to the International Space Station today while developing its successor, Axiom Station – a permanent commercial destination in low-Earth orbit that will sustain human growth off the planet and bring untold benefits back home. 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 System Safety Engineer who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond. POSITION SUMMARY Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy System Safety Engineer, SME, who will be part of a multi-disciplinary team that designs and operates our own Axiom Space Station in Low Earth Orbit. While safety of personnel and success of our missions are everyone’s responsibility at Axiom, the System Safety Engineer utilizes his/her expertise specifically in system safety tools, processes, and methodologies to timely and effectively identify, characterize, communicate, and recommend mitigations of flight safety and mission success risks. This role will be onsite at our Space Station Development Facility (SSDF).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (aerospace, electrical, mechanical, or related discipline).
10+ years of experience in system safety related to human spaceflight programs.
Experience in performing hazard analyses during DDT&E phase.
Experience in providing and presenting products at safety review panels/boards for approval.
Knowledge of human rating requirements, safety requirements, safety standards, and their verifications.
Ability to deliver high quality products and services in ambiguous, fast-paced, dynamic, and tight deadline environments.
Ability to resolve problems/challenges proactively, collaboratively, positively, and timely.
Track record of making things happen in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges.
Demonstrated organization skills to meet tight deadlines with high quality results.
Passion for space and the mission
Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster
Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork.
In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Accountability
Technical Rigor
Execution Discipline
Pride of Delivery
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.

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical authority on safety requirements, standards, rationales, and verification methods.
Perform hazard analyses across modules, assemblies, systems, subsystems, and integrated operations (transport, launch, visiting vehicles, payloads, ORUs).
Lead or support Crew Survival Analysis and contribute to Human Rating Certification efforts.
Generate hazard reports, define hazard causes, and develop mitigation and control strategies.
Ensure timely approval of safety data packages and closure of all safety requirement verifications.
Provide safety risk assessments for trade studies and baseline changes to inform decision authorities.
Identify and communicate potential safety non‑compliances early to drive efficient mitigation.
Perform anomaly and nonconformance analysis, tracking, and resolution verification.
Participate in System Safety Working Groups, Safety Review Boards, TIMs, Change Reviews, and lifecycle reviews.
Provide mission support and communicate status, risks, and issues to stakeholders and management.
Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership.
Implementing and maintaining agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.
Perform additional job duties as assigned.