KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop, integrate, and maintain firmware within the Avionics group.
Design and develop communication interfaces such as UART, SPI, I2C, USB, RS232, RS485, Ethernet, or similar.
Design with ADC, DAC, Interrupts, DMA, Timers, Digital Potentiometers and GPIO.
Collaborate with hardware engineers to bring up new boards, debug hardware/software interactions, and develop drivers.
Participate in software architecture design and code reviews.
Develop hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) systems and integrate with simulation systems.
Contribute to system-level documentation including ICDs, design artifacts, test reports, and operational procedures.
Contribute to system verification and validation.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to performance, memory, timing, and reliability.
Communicate project progress, status, and potential issues clearly to stakeholders and leadership, ensuring transparency and alignment with organizational goals.
Implement and maintain agile project management methodologies throughout the project lifecycle, adapting to changing requirements and priorities.
Perform additional job duties as assigned, supporting cross-functional initiatives and contributing to the overall success of the cybersecurity program.
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
Bachelor’s or master’s in computer engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer science, or a related discipline.
3+ years of professional experience in embedded systems, firmware and driver development.
Experience developing communication interfaces such as UART, SPI, I2C, USB, RS232, RS485, Ethernet, or similar.
Experience with ADC, DAC, Interrupts, DMA, Timers, Digital Potentiometers and GPIO.
Experience with hardware bring-up, debugging tools (JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers), and embedded tool chains.
Strong understanding of real-time constraints, deterministic execution, and safe/reliable embedded design principles.
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
Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Python, familiarity with modern embedded development practices.
Exposure to software development in Linux environments a plus.
Demonstrated experience in applying security best practices.
Experience with version control systems (Git, GitLab) within continuous integration pipelines.
Proficiency in software testing.
Experience in presenting complex topics to management and other stakeholders.
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.
