Senior Wire Harness Engineer – Space Systems (Stock Options)

CesiumAstro, Inc.; Westminster, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health, dental, and vision benefits

HSA

FSA

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

CesiumAstro is seeking a Senior Wire Harness Design Engineer to own harness design from schematic to drawings for space and aerospace systems. You will collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and harness technicians to deliver robust harness solutions and drive design reviews.

The role emphasizes full lifecycle design, from specification through integration and test, with an aerospace context and strong emphasis on quality and EMC compliance.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 5 years of relevant industry or university research experience.
• Proficiency in harness design tools such as RapidHarness.
• Solid understanding of wire harness design, impedance, shielding, and EMC considerations.
• Ability to analyze and test harness designs to ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and performance requirements.
• Knowledge of IPC-WHMA-A-620 and ISO 9001.
• Hands-on experience with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and electronic loads.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy in design documentation and specs.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Aerospace industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of wire harness designs, including schematic development, cable routing, connector selection, and harness assembly drawings.
• Lead the full design process from initial specifications through integration and test.
• Participate in design reviews, providing technical expertise and recommendations to enhance performance and reliability of wire harness systems.

Skills

Harness design

Schematic development

Cable routing

Controlled impedance

EMC considerations

Lab instrumentation

Effective communication

Aerospace experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

RapidHarness

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Electronic loads

Job description

CesiumAstro is seeking a Senior Wire Harness Design Engineer to own harness design from schematic to drawings for space and aerospace systems. You will collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and harness technicians to deliver robust harness solutions and drive design reviews.

The role emphasizes full lifecycle design, from specification through integration and test, with an aerospace context and strong emphasis on quality and EMC compliance.