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Solar Array Technician – Harnessing Verified today

Apex Spacecraft · Los Angeles, CA · Electronics · first seen 2026-09-26
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About the Role

Apex Space is seeking a Harnessing Technician to fabricate and install electrical harnesses on solar array panels and satellite buses. You will build the wiring interconnects that route power from solar arrays through the spacecraft, and your work must meet the strictest aerospace electrical workmanship standards. This is a critical single-hire role for the solar array production team.

Responsibilities

  • Fabricate solar array electrical harnesses including wire cutting, stripping, crimping, and termination per schematics and wiring diagrams
  • Install and route harness assemblies on solar array panels and spacecraft structures, ensuring proper strain relief, clamp spacing, and bend radius
  • Perform connector backshell assembly, potting, and shell installation per IPC/WHMA-A-620 and engineering specifications
  • Execute harness continuity, resistance, and hi-pot testing to verify electrical integrity of solar array power circuits
  • Perform harness rework and repair including splice repair, wire repair, and connector pin extraction/insertion
  • Apply ESD controls and FOD prevention protocols throughout all harness fabrication and installation activities
  • Support solar array system-level electrical checkout including open-circuit voltage, short-circuit current, and power output verification
  • Document assembly activities, test results, and non-conformances in production records
  • Support the development and maintenance of assembly procedures, work instructions, and quality documentation
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of assembly and integration processes by recommending and implementing efficiency and quality enhancements

Requirements

  • U.S. Person status required (export-controlled data)
  • 3+ years of experience in aerospace or electronics harness fabrication, installation, and testing
  • Proficiency in wire crimping (M22520 tooling), terminal installation, and connector backshell assembly
  • Working knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3 harness workmanship standards
  • Experience performing harness continuity, resistance, and hi-pot electrical testing
  • Basic electrical knowledge including polarity and circuit fundamentals
  • Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and connector pinout documentation
  • Cleanroom experience or solid working knowledge of cleanroom and ESD/FOD prevention protocols
  • Good computer skills for documentation and digital work instructions
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate technical information clearly

Preferred Qualifications

  • IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification
  • Prior experience harnessing solar array panels, photovoltaic modules, or spacecraft power systems
  • Experience with solar array junction box wiring, bypass diode connections, or power conditioning interconnects
  • Familiarity with NASA-STD-8739.4 crimping and cable installation standards
  • Experience supporting system-level electrical power verification testing

Full-Time Benefits

  • Equity in Apex
  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you and dependents, plus $100k life insurance at no cost
  • Comprehensive PTO starting at 15 days vacation, growing to 20+ days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
  • Competitive 401(k) plan with 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%
  • 8 weeks paid parental leave plus childcare reimbursement up to $350/day for work-related travel
  • Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks
  • Monthly office socials, pickleball tournaments, run club, and family gatherings
  • Premium desk setup and tools
  • In-person office in Playa Vista with work/life integration flexibility