Senior Aerospace Wiring & Harness Engineer

Archer; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 172,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer Aviation is seeking a highly skilled Harness Design Engineer for its San Jose, CA site. You will design and route aircraft wiring using Siemens NX, ensuring compliance with industry standards and integrating harnesses into the airframe.

You will select optimal components, generate installation instructions, and establish inspection criteria while managing changes through the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in engineering and design of aircraft wiring.
• Experience with 3D CAD and electrical routing tools as listed.

Responsibilities

• Wire harness routing and installation design using 3D CAD (Siemens NX).
• Follow industry guidance for wire harness design and installation (AC 43.13-1B, AS50881, ASTM F2639).
• Select components to suit design requirements and applications.
• Position aircraft components for optimal routing with respect to safety, weight and easement.
• Provide installation instructions for harness assembly and integration.
• Create inspection criteria and manage changes to components over lifetime.
• Explore alternative solutions and create custom parts for tight routing areas.

Skills

Wire harness routing

3D CAD (Siemens NX)

Electrical routing

Wiring CAD software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Electrical Routing Package

Catia V5 Electrical Workbench

Mentor Graphics Capital

HarnessXC and Logic

Job description

Archer Aviation is seeking a highly skilled Harness Design Engineer for its San Jose, CA site. You will design and route aircraft wiring using Siemens NX, ensuring compliance with industry standards and integrating harnesses into the airframe.

You will select optimal components, generate installation instructions, and establish inspection criteria while managing changes through the product lifecycle.