Wire Harness Designer

Archer; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer, an aerospace company based in San Jose, California, is seeking an electrical engineer to design wiring harnesses for an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft and to create wiring diagrams and documentation.

You will work with avionics and power/engineering teams to define system architecture, implement ARINC/CAN/Ethernet protocols, and ensure compliance with industry standards while supporting lab bring-up and rework as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in engineering and design of aircraft wiring.

Responsibilities

• Create wiring diagrams and harness documentation using Mentor Graphics Capital, Logic and HarnessXC.
• Understand and implement communication protocols (ARINC, CAN, Ethernet, Serial).
• Follow industry best practices and guidance for wiring design per AC 43.13-1B, AS50881, ASTM F2639.
• Collaborate with avionics, power plant and electrical engineering teams to define system architecture and grounding schemes.
• Generate wiring harness designs for test lab needs (tap ins, relays, data logging, switches, power supplies).
• Select optimal parts using knowledge of industry standard components.
• Maintain and expand electrical component library within CAD tools.
• Assist in lab bring up, test, and provide resolutions and rework instructions.
• Apply configuration and change management to wiring designs within the aircraft design framework.

Skills

Electrical wiring design

CAN/ARINC protocols

EMI mitigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering or related field

Tools

Mentor Graphics Capital

Logic

HarnessXC

Job description

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.

Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.

What you'll do:

• Create wiring diagrams and associated wire harness drawing documentation using Mentor Graphics Capital, Logic and HarnessXC
• Understand and implement communication protocols (ARINC, CAN, Ethernet, Serial)
• Follow industry best practices and guidance for the design and installation of the wire harnesses (AC 43.13-1B, AS50881, ASTM F2639)
• Work with avionics, power plant and electrical engineering teams to define the system architecture and wiring connections, including grounding schemes and EMI mitigation strategies
• Generate wiring harness designs for test lab specific needs (tap ins, relays, data logging, switches, power supplies)
• Use your knowledge of industry standard components to select optimal parts to suit specific design applications and requirements
• Maintain, organize, and expand electrical component library within the CAD toolset for use across project design tasks
• Assist in lab bring up, test and operation, and offer resolutions and rework instructions when required
• Use strong configuration and change management skills to produce and modify wiring designs within the aircraft design framework

What you need:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering or related field
• 3+ years of experience in engineering and design of aircraft wiringSorry, the assistant truncated the output.