Job Description
The Senior Harness Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and managing the end-to-end process of electrical wire harnesses for satellites, ensuring they meet performance, environmental, and safety standards, and collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams to facilitate successful integration and launch.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and deliver wire harness solutions from concept to production, including creating 3D routing models and 2D fabrication drawings.
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers to develop system integration plans and ensure electrical integrity.
- Select components such as connectors, terminals, wires, and protection materials to meet performance, environmental, and cost requirements.
- Create and maintain electrical schematics, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and engineering change orders (ECOs).
- Support manufacturing and integration teams by troubleshooting build challenges and resolving design issues to ensure quality and compliance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar technical field
- 6 years of experience in developing electrical wire harnesses, routing in complex assemblies, and creating 2D and 3D CAD documentation
- Expertise in CAD software for harness design and routing (e.g., RapidHarness, SolidWorks Electrical, etc.)
- Proficiency in reading and creating electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
- Solid understanding of version control for design files and managing documentation releases to production
- Familiarity with IPC, NASA, and other harness design standards
- Application for access to export-controlled information, with the ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls
Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Home Office Reimbursement
Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
Equity
Commuter Benefits if local to an office
Discretionary short-term and long-term incentives bonus and equity
Salary range: $162,600 - $203,200 USD (based on experience, skills, and location)
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