Group Manager, Extra-vehicular Activities Qualification and Verification

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 Requirements and Integration, Extra-vehicular Activities (EVA) Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I Group Mgr) 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.

We are looking for a resilient, high-energy, experienced Qualification and Verification Group Manager. The EVA Q&V Group Manager is the focal point for coordinating and executing the AxEVA Qualification Program and completing closure of Program verifications to enable AxEVA Certification and mission success.  The Q&V manager will be part of the EVA SE&I leadership and apply management and systems engineering expertise by setting goals and organizing and delivering products through collaborative efforts.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Group Manager for Qualification and Verification is responsible for detailed planning, coordination, execution, and closure of system-wide and individual tests, analyses, inspections, and demonstrations needed to certify the AxEVA system.  AxEVA Qualification is executed as a Program-wide priority and depends on close coordination and leadership skills crossing across AxEVA organizations as well as external NASA and commercial partners

• Setting goal, vision, and framework for complex, human-safety critical integrated system testing and leading tiger teams from across the program and partner organizations to execute to the vision

• Identifying and assessing system and integrated testing opportunities and advocating for optimal testing for the AxEVA system

• Managing and tracking status for all verifications and providing verification management ensuring on-time execution and verification closure

• Support leadership and assist the SE&I team by setting goals, organizing, and delivering products through collaborative efforts

• Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership

• Implementing and maintaining 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

• BS Degree in Engineering, Math, Science, or related field required (MS preferred)

• 8+ years’ experience and corresponding expertise in the execution and leadership of Systems Engineering and Integration activities and functions

• Experience in EVA design, development, operations, and/or testing domains

• Experience in the development of Space Systems following the Systems Engineering development lifecycle, including stakeholder requirements, technical requirements analysis and decomposition, system architectures, technical performance measures, and verification and validation planning and execution

• Experience with Space Suits preferred

• Experience in planning and executing system testing

• INCOSE Certification preferred

• 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

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 

• 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.