Senior Wire Harness Design Engineer Verified today

CesiumAstro develops communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and airborne platforms. We are seeking a Senior Wire Harness Design Engineer to join our Austin, TX team.

The Role

You will design the critical power, digital, analog, and RF interconnects that integrate spacecraft and aerospace systems. You take full ownership of wire harness designs, including schematic development, cable routing, connector selection, and harness assembly drawings. The work is highly collaborative, pairing you with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and harness assembly technicians.

Your responsibilities span the full design process: defining initial specifications, conducting thorough analysis and testing, participating in design reviews, and delivering designs through integration and test. You will provide technical expertise to enhance the performance and reliability of wire harness systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science 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 electrical engineering principles, wire routing, controlled impedance, cable shielding, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) considerations
• Ability to conduct thorough analysis and testing of wire harness designs to ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, safety regulations, and performance requirements
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to wire harness design, such as IPC-WHMA-A-620 and ISO 9001
• Extensive hands-on experience with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and electronic loads
• Detail-oriented approach with high accuracy in design documentation and technical specifications
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Aerospace industry experience

Preferred Experience

• Experience designing for space environments
• Hands-on experience assembling wire harnesses

Employment and Compensation

Full-time position. CesiumAstro considers role responsibilities, work experience, education/training, and key skills when extending offers. Full-time employment includes company stock options and benefits: health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability, and retirement plans.

To conform with United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, refugee, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.