The posting
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 prototype 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 prototype 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.
