Mechanical Engineer - Wire Harness

Our client in Tukwila, WA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer specializing in wire harness design for advanced satellite systems and spacecraft hardware. This hybrid role supports the full product lifecycle from concept through production.

About the role

Design, develop, test, and produce wire harnesses, cable routing systems, and support structures for spacecraft components, instrumentation, and ground support equipment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver space vehicle systems and hardware solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design spacecraft wire harnesses, cable routing systems, and support structures using PTC Creo.
• Develop wire harness layouts and interconnect solutions for spacecraft components and ground support equipment.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation including schematics, assembly drawings, flat-pattern drawings, and bills of material.
• Support products through the full development lifecycle from concept through production.
• Generate technical reports, presentations, and manufacturing documentation to support engineering activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop space vehicle systems and hardware solutions.
• Support manufacturing and production teams by providing design intent and resolving build issues.
• Review nonconformance reports and implement corrective actions when required.
• Develop tooling, fixtures, and ground support equipment to support integration and testing activities.
• Support prototype, flight, and ground support hardware throughout development and production.
• Utilize Windchill and configuration management systems to manage product data and engineering changes.
• Participate in integration and test activities to validate designs and ensure production readiness.
• Apply sound engineering judgment to balance performance, manufacturability, reliability, quality, and schedule requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of professional Mechanical Engineering experience.
• Experience designing wire harnesses, cable routing systems, or electrical interconnect solutions.
• Experience using CAD software to develop wire harness models and manufacturing drawings.
• Demonstrated experience taking designs from initial concepts through detailed manufacturing documentation.
• Proficiency with PTC Creo.
• Experience using Windchill or similar Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software.
• Working knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, production, or integration activities.
• Ability to create detailed engineering documentation, drawings, and bills of material.
• Understanding of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies.
• Experience supporting integration testing of mechanical or electrical systems.
• Knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawing standards.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Must meet requirements necessary to work on programs subject to export control regulations.

Disqualifiers

• No wire harness design experience.
• No experience using PTC Creo.
• No experience creating manufacturing drawings or engineering documentation.
• No experience supporting products from concept through production.
• No familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards.
• Limited CAD experience related to mechanical design.
• Less than 5 years of relevant Mechanical Engineering experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (employer pays 100% of employee-only premiums).
• $100/month contribution for out-of-pocket medical expenses.
• 15 days of PTO, 11 company holidays, and 4 floating holidays (pro-rated based on hire date).
• One day of paid volunteerism leave per year.
• Parental leave.
• 401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with employer match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA).
• Basic and supplemental life & AD&D insurance.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs.
• Employer matching donations.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

$100,000 - $130,000 per year.

Schedule

Standard Monday - Friday (40 hours per week), hybrid work schedule.