Deputy Chief Engineer, Space Station

Axiom Space is building for beyond, guided by the vision of a thriving home in space that benefits every human, everywhere. The leading provider of human spaceflight services and developer of human-rated space infrastructure, 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 diverse 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 Deputy Chief Engineer, Space Station who is fueled by problem-solving, continuously curious, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.The ideal candidate should have a passion for building habitats for humans in space, space operations, and accompanied with exceptional communication skills, great attitude, be a results-oriented team player, and a great critical-thinker.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide support to the Chief Engineer and share responsibility for the Office of the Chief Engineer, which is responsible as the Commercial Space Station Technical Authority.
• Provide strategic technical leadership, guiding the company's engineering teams in the design, development, and operation of the Space Station.
• Oversee a robust requirements management process, ensuring that all engineering activities align with project and customer requirements.
• Oversee the integration of various subsystems and components to ensure seamless functionality and performance of the Space Station.
• Lead design reviews, ensuring that all engineering aspects meet safety, performance, and regulatory standards.
• Establish and maintain design documents, engineering standards, and best practices to uphold quality and safety in Space Station projects.
• Identify potential engineering risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure mission success.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex technical challenges and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Encourage a culture of innovation within the engineering teams, fostering the development and adoption of new technologies and methodologies.
• Manage engineering budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions while meeting project requirements.
• Develop engineering project plans, timelines, and milestones to track progress and achieve objectives.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with industry regulations and standards, working closely with regulatory authorities as needed.
• Presentation of results and recommendations to internal team and external customers.
• Organize and coordinate pricing and proposal input data for additional proposals and current projects.
• Perform other 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

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical, or related field
• 10+ years of related experience in space flight hardware development, design and certification for aerospace human rated systems.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex aerospace projects, through the full product lifecycle from concept to flight qualification including program milestone briefings (i.e. SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR,etc)
• Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and mentor a high-performing technical team
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail and a focus on delivering high-quality solutions
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, management, and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated leadership and implementation of lean methodologies in a manufacturing and design environment

Desired:

• Master's Degree or equivalent in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or related field
• Experience with ISS rendezvous and proximity operations or similar automated spacecraft mission sequencing
• Strong understanding of NASA program, processes, operations, and architecture from a commercial provider perspective
• Experience with Space Station or integrated, human-rated system operations
• Experience leading engineering teams and organizations at a senior manager or director level
• Experience with the Atlassian software suite or other agile development tools
• Exposure to the development of high-reliability, radiation-tolerant, radiation-hardened flight hardware intended for prolonged exposure to extreme space environments.
• Ability to monitor hardware and software design teams with critical insight to know when teams or REs are not on path to successful implementation and help direct the team to a successful solution.

Essential Functions

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.

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).
• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skill
• Excellent communication skill, verbal and written
• Excellent organizational skills
• Result oriented personality with a creative approach to problem solving
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Self-motivated

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity
• Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources
• Teamwork - Eager and able to work in a collaborative and cross-disciplinary fashion in a fast-paced, dynamic, and deadline-oriented environment

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.