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 drives exploration and fuels a vibrant space economy that will empower our civilization to transcend Earth for the benefit of every human, everywhere.
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 EVA LabVIEW Engineer who is fueled by high ownership, execution horsepower, growth mindset, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.
POSITION SUMMARY
We are looking for a resilient, high-energy, experienced EVA LabVIEW Engineer, who will primarily be responsible for aiding Axiom’s EVA team with the development, maturation, and operation of ground support LabVIEW software to support Axiom Extravehicular Activity (EVA) Spacesuit qualification and acceptance testing. This role will develop, iterate, and mature LabVIEW software for multiple testing environments (Vibration, Thermal Vacuum, etc.) by owning product delivery timelines through concept, design, demonstration, and execution.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Programming the User Interface and NI cRIO real time/FPGA code using LabVIEW to test various systems for the Portable Life Support System.
- Developing, designing, and building electrical break-out boxes and cable harnessing for the Portable Life Support System test systems.
- Programming and creating wiring diagrams for various instrumentation including pumps, blowers, chiller carts, heaters, proportionally controlled valves, solenoid valves, pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTD’s, flowmeters.
- Programming and wiring for various signal types including 4-20mA, 0-5 VDC, 0-10 VDC, RS-485, RS-232, Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, TTL, Discrete Input, Discrete Output.
- Creating, designing, and wiring the power distribution (24 VDC, 120-460 VAC) for the Portable Life Support System
- 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education & Experience
- B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required
- 7+ years’ experience in LabVIEW programming or similar role preferred
- Strong understanding of space environments (grounding/bonding, thermal, vacuum)
- Experience in defining and implementing programing standards, processes, and practices
- Hands on experience building and testing with ground support hardware
- Experience designing complex systems that balance mass, cost, and capability
- Knowledge of NASA or commercial space program standards
- 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
Grit
- Passion for space and the mission
- Entrepreneurial, growth mindset
- Perseverance
- Resourceful, adaptable
Skills
- Executes priorities with precision and pace
- High EQ and ability to collaborate within teams and cross-functionally
- Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to move faster and smarter
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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
- Sense of Urgency
- Extreme Ownership
- Execution and Delivery
- Efficiency
- Effectiveness
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.
