Hands-On Repair Development Engineer — Wire Harness

Wencor Group; Clovis (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Niacc-Avitech Technologies, an FAA Part 145 repair facility, seeks an Engineer – Repair Development / Wire Harness to bridge technical and operations teams. This dual-focus role blends 60% engineering development with 40% hands-on shop floor work developing repair solutions for aircraft wiring harnesses and electrical components.

You will collaborate with technicians to implement and validate designs, document procedures, and support process improvements while working on aerospace

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, OR equivalent technical education combined with 3+ years of relevant professional experience
• Demonstrated experience with electrical wire harnesses, wiring systems, or aerospace electrical components
• Proficiency reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering drawings
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Research technical requirements from engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, manuals, specifications, and regulatory standards
• Analyze complex technical data and synthesize it into clear, actionable work instructions for repair technicians
• Interpret wiring schematics, electrical diagrams, and engineering specifications; identify repair or manufacturing solutions
• Develop, test, and refine repair procedures, technical documentation, and engineering drawings
• Create technical documentation and drawings that translate your repair solutions into shop floor reality
• Investigate technical challenges with Production, Quality, and other departments; recommend process improvements
• Troubleshoot, fabricate, repair, and test aircraft wiring harnesses and electrical components
• Apply wire harness design and manufacturing principles to develop practical, implementable repair solutions
• Validate new repair processes and work instructions directly with technicians on the shop floor
• Manage multiple engineering projects and priorities while meeting deadlines

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Communication skills

Independent & collaborative

Pressure tolerance

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

3+ years relevant experience

Job description

Niacc-Avitech Technologies, an FAA Part 145 repair facility, seeks an Engineer – Repair Development / Wire Harness to bridge technical and operations teams. This dual-focus role blends 60% engineering development with 40% hands-on shop floor work developing repair solutions for aircraft wiring harnesses and electrical components.

You will collaborate with technicians to implement and validate designs, document procedures, and support process improvements while working on aerospace