Senior Biomedical Engineer – Flight Controller

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 Senior Biomedical Engineer Flight Controller 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 experienced Senior Biomedical Engineer to support the Axiom Space Human Health, Performance, and Operations (HHPO) team. This work will include supporting Private Astronaut Missions (PAM), Axiom Station integration/development, Axiom Suits integration/development, and representing medical operations interests in the various internal/external organizations requiring input.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, integrate, and facilitate all human health and performance objectives for ongoing and upcoming Private Astronaut Missions (PAM).
• Support missions as a flight controller from MCC-A, interfacing with control centers across the globe.
• Develop, in collaboration with core systems and the medical operations team, requirements, concepts of operations, processes, on-orbit procedures, flight rules, software tools, console support products, and other documentation required to support Axiom Station design and assembly.
• Build out a medical hardware/software suite for Axiom Station and assist in certification/testing/flight.
• Integrate with Axiom Suits to ensure human health and performance objectives are met in a safe and timely manner.
• Monitor crew health status and environmental data during all mission types and flight phases; manage/maintain PHI/PII for HHPO, payloads, and other teams as applicable.
• Advocate for crew health and wellbeing for all mission types and flight phases.
• Aid in the development, management, and implementation of training plans for teams supporting or interfacing with medical operations at Axiom Space.
• Mentor, support, and train new members of the HHPO team and Mission Services.
• Work shifts on weekends and holidays as required in support of mission duties.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• 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

• BS degree in an engineering or science discipline required
• 3+ years’ relevant BME experience required
• Previous flight controller certification required
• Experience as a mission lead required
• Knowledge and awareness of NASA and Medical requirements for astronaut safety and health
• Familiarity with NASA flight rules for crew safety
• Knowledge of NASA requirements and ability to interface with appropriate NASA organizations
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, Jama, and the Agile development process
• Experience with Box
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to address project challenges.
• Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet tight deadlines and quality objectives
• Highly proficient in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• 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

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.