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Axiom Space is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for their simulation team, responsible for creating a high-fidelity simulation environment for a commercial space station. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in developing complex simulations, strong programming skills, and a passion for space exploration.
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Job Summary
The role involves spearheading the development of a high-fidelity simulation environment for a commercial space station to support engineering analysis and mission training.
Candidates must possess strong programming skills in C++ and Python to model complex physical systems including mechanics, thermodynamics, fluids, and electrical domains.
Success requires managing deterministic single-thread CPU environments and multi-threaded or GPU-accelerated execution modes while ensuring repeatable simulation behavior.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Axiom Space is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for their simulation team, responsible for creating a high-fidelity simulation environment for a commercial space station. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in developing complex simulations, strong programming skills, and a passion for space exploration.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
C++ and Python programming skills
Physics-based simulation development
Real-time and faster-than-real-time simulation
Deterministic concurrent system execution
NASA Trick or GUNNS framework experience
Multi-domain vehicle system modeling
Docker containerization and CI/CD pipelines
Nice-to-have
GPU computing or distributed simulation
AWS cloud infrastructure experience
Embedded software verification background
High-performance computing expertise
Ambiguous fast-moving environment adaptability
Mentorship and team leadership skills
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Significant experience developing complex simulations of physical systems
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency required
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation