Director, Electrical Engineering

Axiom Space

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10+ years aerospace electrical engineering experience
8+ years engineering leadership managing managers
Nasa standards and human-rated system requirements
** Axiom Space is seeking a Director of Electrical Engineering to lead the development of high-quality electrical and avionics systems for human spaceflight programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aerospace electrical engineering, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to innovation, accountability, and excellence. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading a resilient, high-energy team to establish unified engineering standards for complex human-spaceflight programs.
  • Candidates must have extensive experience working with NASA programs and ensuring strict compliance with human-rated system requirements.
  • The position requires deep expertise in spacecraft electrical systems, power systems, and safety-critical electronics to drive organizational scaling.

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** Axiom Space is seeking a Director of Electrical Engineering to lead the development of high-quality electrical and avionics systems for human spaceflight programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aerospace electrical engineering, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to innovation, accountability, and excellence. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years aerospace electrical engineering experience
  • 8+ years engineering leadership managing managers
  • NASA standards and human-rated system requirements
  • Full lifecycle development of electrical flight hardware
  • Spacecraft power systems and avionics architecture

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for space and the mission
  • Entrepreneurial growth mindset
  • High EQ and cross-functional collaboration
  • Model-based digital engineering approaches
  • Experience with commercial space marketplace

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering required
  • Master's degree or Ph.D. preferred
  • Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation
  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency required

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or PR

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