Houston
Full time
JR100865
OVERVIEW
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 Electrical Design Technician (Prime) III 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 Electrical Design Technician (Prime) III to own the creation and management of electronic CAD designs, including schematics, PCB layouts, and simulations for the Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit (AxEMU) Portable Life Support System (PLSS).
The AxEMU PLSS contains flight computers, radios, sensors, and network switches that enable communication and control during all aspects of a spacewalk. You will be responsible for creating electrical designs for the PCBs that will be used to manage commands, telemetry, and internal data flows, ensuring the suit operates reliably and meets mission objectives. Technical scope grows around that core as you learn the program: design rule checks, PCB card layout, manufacturing readiness, supplier data intake, and review package preparation.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop detailed electronic schematics and PCB designs using ECAD software, ensuring accuracy and compliance with design specifications and industry standards
Maintain and update component libraries, ECAD tools, and templates to optimize workflow efficiency and ensure consistency across projects
Perform design rule checks and simulations to verify electrical integrity, signal integrity, and manufacturability of PCB layouts
Work closely with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to address design iterations, resolve conflicts, and ensure smooth transition from proto@type to production
Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including installation guides, maintenance manuals, and design specifications for internal use
Assist in testing, debugging, and resolving issues during development and production phases to ensure high-quality deliverables
Document design decisions, trade studies, and verification plans
Communicate progress, status, and issues honestly and early, including when something is not working
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
Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
Level 3: 5 or more years' experience in circuit and PCB design. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Experience with the creation and management of ECAD designs, including schematics, PCB layouts, and simulations
Experience using ECAD software such as Altium Designer or OrCAD
Strong knowledge of PCB design principles and electronic circuit design
Ability to identify design issues, optimize layouts, and implement effective solutions
Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and ability to explain technical designs to non-technical stakeholders
Clear technical writing, and the ability to produce design documentation, status material, and review packages that other people can act on
Curiosity, initiative, and the willingness to ask a question early rather than deliver a wrong answer late
Comfort working in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment where the answer is often not yet written down
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in electrical design in spacecraft, aerospace, defense, or other high reliability programs
Direct experience taking electronic schematics and PCB layouts from proto@type to production with at least one program carried through Critical Design Review
Familiarity with industry or space program standards such as IPC-2152, IPC-2220, IPC-2221, IPC-2222, IPC-2223, IPC-2225, IPC-2226, IPC-2228, IPC-4552, IPC-6012, MIL-STD-981
Core Skills
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
Core 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
Technical Rigor
Execution Discipline
Pride of Delivery
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
Requirements
This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In accordance with U.S. export control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment.
Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised
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.
Axiom Space is building the world's first commercial space station - Axiom Station. Serving as a cornerstone for sustained human presence in space, this next-generation orbital platform fosters groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity, and cultivates the vibrant, global space economy of tomorrow. Today, driven by the vision of leading humanity's journey off planet, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services to the International Space Station and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and low-Earth orbit. Axiom Space is building era-defining space infrastructure that will empower our civilization to transcend Earth for the benefit of every human, everywhere.
