Satellite Harness Technician — Precision Spacecraft Wiring

ICEYE; Valencia; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ICEYE in Valencia, Spain, is seeking a Satellite Production Technician, Harness to build the electrical backbone of our satellites. You will manufacture wiring harnesses, route them on assemblies, and verify quality to meet IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 standards in a high‑reliability environment.

You will work under senior technicians, ensure traceability, and follow strict procedures while contributing to a safe, organized, audit-ready workspace.

Qualifications

• Vocational qualification or degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• 1–2 years of practical experience in cable and harness assembly, electromechanical assembly, or electronic assembly and test.
• Excellent manual dexterity and comfort working with small components, fine wires and connectors.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wire tables, schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict technical procedures and documentation requirements.
• Proficient English (written and spoken) for cross‑functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture satellite wiring harnesses and cable assemblies from wire tables and drawings, including cutting, stripping, crimping, soldering, shielding, lacing and coverings.
• Install, route and secure harnesses onto satellite assemblies with the integration team, respecting bend radii and routing standards.
• Verify work through continuity, insulation resistance, pin retention and visual inspection against acceptance criteria.
• Build to IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 workmanship standards, with training and certification provided.
• Follow work instructions, travelers and checklists, completing all documentation in real time.
• Identify and report build or process deviations, raise NCRs and support root cause analysis with observations.
• Kit, label and identify parts, maintaining full traceability throughout the build.
• Maintain a clean, organised, audit-ready work environment compliant with ESD and safety standards.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Reading drawings & schematics

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Aerospace Engineering qualification or hands-on equivalent

Job description

ICEYE in Valencia, Spain, is seeking a Satellite Production Technician, Harness to build the electrical backbone of our satellites. You will manufacture wiring harnesses, route them on assemblies, and verify quality to meet IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 standards in a high‑reliability environment.

You will work under senior technicians, ensure traceability, and follow strict procedures while contributing to a safe, organized, audit-ready workspace.