Senior Aerospace Harness Technician — IPC/WHMA Expert

Astrolab; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

Astrolab, based in Hawthorne, California, seeks an experienced Sr. Harness Technician with expertise in wire harness fabrication, integration, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3 standards. The role reports to the Director of Production and Test and supports mission-critical aerospace builds.

You will read engineering drawings, terminate complex harnesses, mentor junior technicians, and ensure IPC workmanship across prototype and flight hardware in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in aerospace wire harness/cable assembly.
• Experience with MIL-SPEC components and aerospace wiring.
• Crimping, soldering, and wire termination expertise.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, route, and terminate complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies based on drawings and IPC-620 standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and build documentation with minimal supervision.
• Perform crimping, soldering, splicing, and potting; apply shielding as needed.
• Inspect and test to IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3 workmanship standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues across prototype and flight hardware.
• Lead or assist harness integration on testbeds and vehicles.
• Collaborate with engineers on design feedback and process improvements.
• Create or review work instructions and routing documentation.
• Mentor junior technicians on best practices and safety.

Skills

Wire harness fabrication

Schematic interpretation

Quality standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3 certification (preferred)

Tools

Soldering equipment

Crimping tools

HiPot testers

Aerospace wiring practices

Job description

Astrolab, based in Hawthorne, California, seeks an experienced Sr. Harness Technician with expertise in wire harness fabrication, integration, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3 standards. The role reports to the Director of Production and Test and supports mission-critical aerospace builds.

You will read engineering drawings, terminate complex harnesses, mentor junior technicians, and ensure IPC workmanship across prototype and flight hardware in a fast-paced R&D environment.