What are the responsibilities and job description for the AxEMU Power Systems Manager position at Axiom Space?
Axiom Space is building for beyond, guided by the vision of a thriving home in space that benefits every human, everywhere. We foster a diverse 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 person who is fueled by problem-solving, continuously curious, and driven to understand our world, science / technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond.
We are looking for an experienced Power Systems Manager.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Leads an energetic and agile engineering team focused on power systems design for space suit applications.
- Manages the design, integration, and validation of space suit power systems, batteries, power converters, and energy storage systems.
- Defines power system requirements based on mission goals, environmental conditions, and regulatory standards. Ensure systems meet the reliability, efficiency, and performance criteria required for space missions.
- Coordinates and plans tasks with Power System Team Leads to meet program development plan and schedule.
- Oversees and manages power systems projects from concept to implementation, ensuring that timelines, budgets, and performance objectives are met.
- Coordinates with cross-functional teams including systems engineers, software engineers, and hardware designers.
- Ensures thorough testing of power systems, both in laboratory and space-simulation environments, and validate their performance in real-world conditions.
- Works with external suppliers and partners for the procurement of power components batteries, and power electronics.
- Provides technical leadership and mentoring to engineers and technical staff, fostering a collaborative environment focused on innovative power solutions for space applications.
- Prepares technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and status reports. Present results to senior management, stakeholders, and external agencies as required.
- Familiar with designing for a radiation tolerant environment.
- Understanding of EMI / EMC principles and applications.
- Perform other 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
Skills
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
Requirements
Physical Requirements
Competencies :
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :
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.
