Senior Wire Design and Install Engineer

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 239,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space & Security seeks a Senior Wire Design & Install Engineer in El Segundo, CA. You will lead wire harness design for spaceflight, ensuring life-cycle performance and rigorous environmental compliance.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in wire harness design, strong electrical engineering background, and proven project leadership with space components. Security clearance is required; relocation is available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with wire harness, electrical and/or mechanical design.
• 3+ years of experience leading technical projects and teams.
• 2+ years of experience with qualifying components of space application.
• 3+ years of experience with anomaly investigation and resolution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and qualification of wire harnesses for spaceflight applications.
• Apply understanding of wire harness design constraints, materials, and applications.
• Provide technical oversight and project management leadership on wire harness efforts.
• Analyze and troubleshoot manufacturing, testing, and performance challenges.

Skills

wire harness design

electrical engineering

project management

leadership

space applications

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a motivated Senior Wire Design & Install Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. This group manages major commercial and government satellite and ground programs supporting communications, national defense, and other critical missions.

As a Senior Wire Design & Install Engineer, you will leverage your extensive background in wire harness design, manufacturing, and qualifications specifically tailored for space applications. This role requires deep expertise in electrical engineering principles and the ability to interpret complex engineering documentation, including wire schematics, wire assembly, and wire installation drawings.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead the design and qualification of wire harnesses for spaceflight applications, ensuring compliance with rigorous mission life requirements spanning nominal to extreme environmental conditions
• Apply strong understanding of wire harness design constraints, materials, and applications throughout the product lifecycle
• Provide technical oversight and project management leadership on complex wire harness engineering efforts
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and solve manufacturing, testing, and performance challenges related to wire harness assemblies
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation and deliver clear, concise presentations to both internal and external stakeholders
• Support expanding responsibilities into RF cable and high-speed data transmission media, and proactively develop competencies in these areas
• Collaborate cross-functionally with systems, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure design integrity and successful integration
• Mentor and guide junior engineering staff, fostering skill growth and knowledge sharing
• Maintain strict adherence to security, configuration management, and change control processes

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• This position requires the ability to obtain Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required).
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• 5 + years of experience with wire harness, electrical and/or mechanical design
• 3+ years of experience leading technical projects and teams
• 2+ years of experience with qualifying components of space application
• 3+ years of experience with anomaly investigation and resolution

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of experience in wire harness design, manufacturing and/or integration experience
• Experience in manufacturing, specializing in wire harness
• 3+ years of experience with leading technical focus teams and failure review boards
• Ability to lead and understand schematic details
• Understanding of multiple electrical and RF transmission media
• Understanding of EMI/EMC separation for electrical application

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Senior (Level 5): $176,800.00 - $239,200.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 18, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

• 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance:

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.