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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Systems Engineer - **Company:** Axiom - **Location:** Houston, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Integrated Development Environments, Language Modeling, Software Architecture, Rhapsody, Requirements Management, Requirements Traceability, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Data Streaming, Systems Modeling Language, Systems Integration, Technical Data Management Systems, Jama (Software), Gitlab-ci, Information Technology, Devsecops - **Published:** August 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/C40D6C3CEA214EAB9F9042C23BF7EECB/job/ ## About the Role 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., * U.S. citizen or permanent resident; ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening * Demonstrated experience authoring and managing software/system requirements (functional, performance, safety, and interface) * Experience maintaining bidirectional requirements traceability across lifecycle stages * Experience defining and managing interfaces (ICDs) and supporting integration activities * Experience planning and/or executing verification activities (test, analysis, inspection, demonstration) * Proficiency with at least one requirements management tool (e.g., Jama, DOORS, or Innoslate) * Hands-on experience applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), using SysML or an equivalent modeling language, in at least one MBSE tool (e.g., Cameo, Rhapsody, Innoslate) * Working knowledge of JIRA/Confluence and project/risk management practices * Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or another technical/engineering field; 10+ years of systems engineering experience on software-intensive programs, or an equivalent combination of education and experience * 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, * Experience in aerospace or spaceflight systems, ideally human-rated or safety-critical programs * Experience with SIL/HIL integration environments, test benches, or flight/field test readiness activities * Experience supporting safety analyses and derived requirements (hazard analysis, fault response, DAL/criticality) * Experience with GitLab CI or equivalent DevSecOps/CI pipeline tooling * Experience working in Agile or hybrid Agile/waterfall program environments * INCOSE membership or certification (ASEP/CSEP) 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 * This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In accordance with U.S. export control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment * Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised * 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.) ## Description Since Axiom Space is a very complex work environment, we are looking for a resilient, high-energy Software Systems Engineer to support our Commercial Space Station program in Houston, TX. This individual will own the definition, integration, and verification of software systems supporting space operations and station infrastructure, spanning requirements, architecture, and interface work across the full software development lifecycle. The role operates within a standards-driven, MBSE-based development environment alongside multidisciplinary hardware, software, and avionics teams, and requires strong systems thinking, clear cross-disciplinary communication, and comfort operating in ambiguous, fast-moving environments., * Author software and system requirements (functional, performance, safety, cybersecurity, interface) using a model-based requirements approach * Maintain bidirectional requirements traceability across the full lifecycle: ConOps * system * software * design * test * Lead requirements reviews, change control boards, and impact assessments * Define interfaces (ICDs), message schemas, timing budgets, and failure behaviors * Participate in software architecture trades: partitioning, redundancy, data flows, and modes/states * Collaborate with avionics, network, FPGA, and hardware teams to ensure end-to-end system integration * Plan and author verification methods (test, analysis, inspection, demonstration) and define testable acceptance criteria * Support integration activities across SIL/HIL environments, benches, labs, and flight/field test readiness * Support safety analyses and derived requirements, including hazard analysis, fault response, and criticality/DAL determinations * 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 ## Related Videos - [One Pipeline, Three Regulator - SBOM Compliance for the Developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100169-one-pipeline-three-regulator-sbom-compliance-for-the-developer) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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