Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
5-7+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance for human spaceflight
Experience in maintaining a CMMI level rating in software development
Knowledge of Quality Management System (QMS) and quality processes related to the aerospace industry
Ability to plan, perform analyses, and report results related to quality requirements and assessments
Responsibilities
Develop software quality assurance plans and procedures to ensure adherence to requirements
Maintain compliance with AS 9100 and CMMI standards in the Quality Management System
Support processes for non-conforming products and corrective actions
Conduct internal audits and recommend corrective actions for compliance
Perform product and process assessments to drive continuous improvement
Develop quality reports and presentations for leadership
Implement nonconformance processes to track and resolve issues
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with a focus on teamwork
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Engagement in innovative projects related to space exploration
Flexible work hours to accommodate project milestones
Access to cutting-edge technology and tools in aerospace
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
We are looking for a resilient, high-energy, experienced Software Quality Assurance Engineer, who will be part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for quality assurance of our software who will interface with software design engineers, system and software safety engineers, and representatives from other subsystems to plan, document, and execute effective strategies ensuring our processes and best practices are effective for a safe and reliable operations of our software both on the ground and in space.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop software quality assurance plans, processes and procedures related to the design, qualification, test, and acceptance of products to ensure products adhere to defined requirements and standards
Maintain and ensure our Quality Management System (QMS) for compliance with AS 9100 and CMMI (Capability Maturity Model Integration)
Support and execute process for non-conforming products, as necessary
Support various working groups and panels specializing in anomaly/Nonconformance resolution ensuring the Corrective/Preventative Action Plan (CA/PA) implementation is in alignment with our competency of teamwork within Axiom
Support internal audits, submit findings, recommend Corrective Action Requests (CARs), and ensure timely completion of audits to ensure compliance with our policies and procedures, standards and certifications
Conduct product and process assessments/audits for compliance that support continuous improvements aligning with our core value of innovation at Axiom
Support the organization in achieving and maintaining a Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) level certification in software development
Develop quality reports/presentations and perform other Safety and Mission Assurance (S&MA) tasks as necessary
Maintain and improve quality processes and procedures
Implement and ensure adherence to the nonconformance process that ensures nonconformances are investigated, trends are tracked, and issues resolved
Develop S&MA reports/status/presentations to S&MA and program leadership in alignment with our quality management system to support our objectives and goals
Perform additional job duties as assigned
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
5-7+ years of experience in Software Quality Assurance for human spaceflight
Experience in performing AS 9100 audits and assessments is desired but not required
Experience in maintaining a CMMI level rating in software development
Knowledge of Quality Management System (QMS) and quality processes related to the aerospace industry
Knowledge of Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI)
Ability to plan, perform analyses, and report results in relationship to the quality requirements, product and process assessments, qualification, test, audit, trends, and improvement of products
Experience in the management of and tracking of tasks, activities and milestones in JIRA and Confluence
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.)
About Axiom Space
Axiom Space is a private space exploration company that aims to build the world's first commercial space station. The company was founded in 2016 by Michael Suffredini, who previously served as the manager of the International Space Station program at NASA. Axiom Space plans to launch its first module to the International Space Station in 2020, and eventually detach it to form the core of its own space station. The company has partnerships with major aerospace companies such as Boeing and SpaceX.
