Flight Software Engineer

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 .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
** Flight Software 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 Flight Software Engineer, who will primarily be responsible for designing and developing flight software for the Axiom Space Station. This position reports to Flight Software Team Lead. This role is onsite in Webster, TX and will be based at our Space Station Development Facility.
** KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Work with a team to design, develop, and test embedded flight software
* Design, develop, test, integrate, and deploy software solutions
* Collaborate with subsystem engineers such as propulsion, environmental control and life support systems (ECLSS), guidance navigation and control (GN&C), networks, datalinks, power, and other flight systems
* Give and receive productive feedback during collaboration and in design and code reviews
* Execute test plans and procedures in Hardware-in-the-Loop testbeds and support test automation platforms to facilitate CI/CD initiatives
* Collaborate effectively with avionics engineers to integrate hardware simulation and fault injection solutions into real-time software
* Support milestone reviews such as PDR, CDR, and SDR
* Perform additional job duties as assigned
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* 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
** Education & Experience
*** Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical
* Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or another related technical discipline
* 5+ years’ experience developing code in languages such as C, C++, Rust, and Python in a Linux environment, VxWorks, or other RTOS
* Experience with git distro (such as gitlab) and CI/CD tools
* Prefer experience with spaceflight or other safety critical systems
* Familiar with containerization supporting Continuous Development/Continuous
* Integration pipelines on Linux Systems
* Experience working with protocols such as Serial, modbus, UDP, and TCP
* 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
** 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
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* 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
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