MK1-Avionics Sr Harness Design Engineer

Blue Origin LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 145,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in Washington state is seeking an experienced Harness Design Engineer to lead electrical and mechanical harness development for a Mk1 Vehicle module. You will create Wiring Interconnect Diagrams, harness assembly drawings, and 3D routed data using Creo, supporting power distribution and high-speed data systems.

You will apply IPC/WHMA-A-620A, NASA-STD-8739.4 and SAE AS50881 standards, mentor junior engineers, and participate in trade studies to optimize manufacturability and

Qualifications

• B.S. in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Computer Engineering, or related technical subject area.
• 10+ years of experience designing Wire Harnesses for the Aerospace industry.
• Familiarity with Creo, Zuken or Windchill or experience with other high-end CAD routing software such as Unigraphics NX Electrical or CATIA
• Understanding and application of wire derating analysis.
• Working knowledge and experience applying harness design and manufacturing standards: IPC/WHMA-A-620A, NASA-STD-8739.4, SAE AS50881
• Strong electrical/mechanical design and integration skills using 3-D CAD software
• Design for manufacturability experience

Responsibilities

• Design of electrical harnesses for power distribution, RF, communication and high-speed data signal.
• Select harness components and hardware, connectors, backshells, cable and wire.
• Create Wiring diagrams utilizing Zuken E3.
• Create 3D routed harness data files utilizing Creo (Pro/Engineer).
• Cabling Create harness detail and installation drawings including 2D flat harness drawings from the 3D harness data sets.
• Design and integration of harness support brackets.
• Support design configuration development and trade studies.
• Provide technical guidance for hardware installation.
• Support the assembly and testing of cables and harnesses.
• Report on activity schedule and technical status.
• Identify opportunities for technical improvements.
• Informally mentor and train less experienced harness engineers.

Skills

Harness design

3-D CAD

Electrical/mechanical design

Wire derating analysis

Manufacturing standards knowledge

Education

B.S. in Aerospace/Electrical/Mechanical/Physics/Computer Engineering

Tools

Creo

Zuken

Windchill

Unigraphics NX

CATIA

Job description

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will be leading the electrical and mechanical harness design for a module of the Mk1 vehicle as part of the Mk1 Vehicle Electrical Harness Design team. In this role, you will develop wiring interconnect diagrams (WID), harness assembly drawings, and harness installation drawings. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design of electrical harnesses for power distribution, RF, communication and high-speed data signal Select harness components and hardware, connectors, backshells, cable and wire Create Wiring diagrams utilizing Zuken E3 Create 3D routed harness data files utilizing Creo (Pro/Engineer) Cabling Create harness detail and installation drawings including 2D flat harness drawings from the 3D harness data sets Design and integration of harness support brackets Support design configuration development and trade studies Provide technical guidance for hardware installation Support the assembly and testing of cables and harnesses Report on activity schedule and technical status Identify opportunities for technical improvements Informally mentor and train less experienced harness engineers

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required B.S. in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Computer Engineering, or related technical subject area 10+ years of experience designing Wire Harnesses for the Aerospace industry Familiarity with Creo, Zuken or Windchill or experience with other high-end CAD routing software such as Unigraphics NX Electrical or Catia Understanding and application of wire derating analysis Working knowledge and experience applying harness design and manufacturing standards: IPC/WHMA-A-620A, NASA-STD-8739.4, SAE AS50881 Strong electrical/mechanical design and integration skills using 3-D CAD software Design for manufacturability experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency with Creo, Zuken and Windchill Knowledge of harness fabrication and installation processes Experience with launch vehicle or spacecraft electrical/mechanical systems Experience with GD&T and ASME drawing practices

BASE PAY RANGE

• Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20

OTHER SITE RANGES

• Other site ranges may differ

CULTURE STATEMENT

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

EXPORT CONTROL REGULATIONS

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

Blue’s Standard Background Check Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

BENEFITS

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

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