Spacecraft Harness Engineer - Millennium Space Systems

About the role

Missionary focus on national security space, involvement in missile warning and Earth observation missions.

Responsibilities

• Development & analysis of EWIS architectures for multiple programs and bus configurations.
• Generation of subsystem or unit-to-unit electrical block diagrams.
• Definition and documentation of signal connectivity through cross functional coordination.
• Select harness components and hardware, such as connectors, backshells, and wire/cable based on applicable satellite mission requirements and industry standards.
• Performance of voltage drop analysis, power current derating, and capacitance circuit analysis for harness and printed wiring boards.
• Development and analysis of PCB designs, determination of board form factor, schematic capture, board stack determination, component placement and trace routing.
• Generation of rigid or rigid-flex PCB, PCB Assembly Drawings, fabrication & assembly output files (Geber, ODB++, etc.).
• Generation harness schematic diagrams, wire diagrams, and wire harness assembly drawings.
• Preparation and generation of harness acceptance testing procedures including the development of harness test scripts for cable testers.
• Participation of critical programmatic milestones (Preliminary Design Reviews, Critical Design Reviews, etc.) including the preparation of data packages, conduction of design reviews, and closure of any liens from the Milestone Decision Authority (MDA).
• Support assembly and testing of FlatSat and flight harnesses while reporting on cost and schedule performance.
• Capture of as-built, made on assembly mockup harness builds to produce 2D/3D formboards.
• Support with the creation, maintenance, or update of harness design, assembly, and test standards and command media.
• Support in proposals and business development efforts as the responsible engineering authority (REA).
• Management of external suppliers and subcontractors for harness and printed circuit board delivery.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of relevant engineering experience with bachelor’s degree or possession of a higher degree with no work experience for Level 2. Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience with bachelor’s degree or 3 years with higher degree for Level 3.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics or physics.
• 1+ year of experience in wire harness design, wire harness installation or equipment installation.
• Experience in a role that required excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience interfacing with all engineering disciplines and be able to work in a team environment and work independently as required.
• Experience with engineering release processes, engineering requirements, and document moderation.

Skills

• Strong foundations in cable & harness design and/or printed wiring board design.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships, collaborate in a cross-functional environment, and utilize problem-solving skills to proactively identify and manage risks and opportunities.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

• Pay range for Level 2: $98,600 - $133,400.
• Pay range for Level 3: $119,850 - $162,150.

Schedule

1st Shift

Benefits

N/A