POSITION SUMMARYWe are looking for a resilient, high-energy, experienced Flight Software Architect with deep technical expertise in systems-level thinking and a background in aerospace domain knowledge who will be responsible for architecting our aerospace software applications for the Axiom Space Commercial Space program in Houston, TX. Candidates with a solid foundation in translating mission requirements into software architecture are encouraged to apply.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES- Define flight software architectures to build robust real-time safety-critical software systems.
- Collaborate with teams to define software requirements, architectures, and designs and lead verification, to ensure software products meet requirements and safety-critical standards.
- Oversee development of fault tolerant flight software responsible for the overall command and control of an autonomous space vehicle.
- Oversee efforts to integrate software components, create and run unit tests, validate on Hardware-in-the-Loop and release real-time embedded solutions.
- Lead and contribute to technical documentation for architecture, design, verification plans.
- This is a technical leadership role with no direct reports.
- Communicating project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership.
- Implement and maintain 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- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 15+ years' experience in mission critical software development, preferably in aerospace.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience designing, deploying and supporting flight control systems (or similar complexity).
- Experience in development of real-time embedded system, including system design, analysis, development, implementation, integration, verification, qualification, and release.
- Experience in build automation, continuous integration, configuration management, verification, deployment of software.
- 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.
Skills- Familiarity with embedded systems architectures (bare-metal & RTOS-based systems)
- Familiarity with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
- Understanding of C/C++, Rust for safety-critical systems
- Familiarity with flight software design for spacecraft, launch vehicles, UAVs, or avionics
- Strong understanding of network protocols, including TCP/IP and UDP
- Familiarity with spacecraft communications protocols is preferred
- Knowledge of redundancy management & high-reliability architectures
- Exposure to software development in Linux environments
- Experience supporting aerospace or defense programs
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.)
