Senior Software Engineer

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 Senior Software 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 an experienced Software Engineer with a strong background utilizing software engineering principles to design, develop, integrate, and verify high performance flight software to meet technical requirements. Flexibility will be key as the role and responsibilities could evolve as program moves through various lifecycle phases.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Architect, design, implement, test, and document software solutions from high-level requirements specifications.
• Perform full lifecycle of software development from design through implementation and deployment.
• Mentor a team of software engineers and provide guidance during technical discussions and architecture development.
• Promote best practices in software engineering such as test-driven development, up-front design, code review and unit testing.
• Conduct peer reviews, oversee merge requests, foster a culture of technical excellence, and drive continuous improvement.
• Create and maintain technical design documentation, data models, and process models.
• Perform system analysis, troubleshooting, diagnosis, and problem resolution.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across project and NASA to ensure successful delivery of flight software.
• Lead and conduct program design and safety reviews with internal Axiom development teams and NASA customers for commercial spacesuit development.
• Assess opportunities and risks, providing data-driven recommendations for strategic technical direction.
• Support project management efforts.
• Communicate project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership.
• Implement and maintain agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering - Software, Computer Science, Aerospace or related discipline.
• A minimum of 13 years of experience in NASA/DoD (NASA preferred) flight software development.
• Experience leading technical teams larger than 5 people.
• Experience in unit testing, software-hardware integration testing, and formal verification activities for flight software certification.
• Experience in software safety reviews.
• 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
  
  

Skills

• Technical expertise in:
• Programming languages like C along with strong foundations in data structures, algorithms, and application performance optimization.
• NASA’s Core Flight Software (cFS)
• Linux on embedded systems preferably system on a chip including kernel and driver development.
• High speed communication links like Ethernet, PCIe
• Experience with UML, SysML modeling tools, version control systems (Git, GitLab).
• Demonstrated success leading teams through the entire software development lifecycle.
• Proficiency in software design principles, code architecture patterns, and development methodologies.
• Strong understanding of software verification, validation, and documentation practices.
• Demonstrated experience in code debugging, troubleshooting, and applying security best practices within Agile methodology.
• Experience presenting complex topics to management and other stakeholders.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
  

Competencies

Embody our core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork. In addition, to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Accountability
• Sense of Urgency
• Extreme Ownership
• Execution and Delivery
• Efficiency
• Effectiveness
  
  

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Requirements

• 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.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• 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)
• Equipment and Machines
• Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.)
  
  

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.