Sr. Harness Technician

About the role

The Sr. Harness Technician will be responsible for fabricating, routing, and terminating complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies according to IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3 standards. They will lead or assist with harness integration on testbeds, vehicles, and electromechanical assemblies, collaborate with engineers and production teams, and mentor junior technicians.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, route, and terminate complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies based on engineering drawings and IPC-620 standards
• Read and interpret detailed blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and build documentation with minimal supervision
• Perform advanced crimping, soldering (solder cup/Nano-D), splicing, and potting techniques; apply shielding, braiding, and overmolding when required
• Conduct detailed inspections and functional tests, ensuring compliance with IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3 workmanship standards
• Troubleshoot electrical issues, continuity faults, and connector mismatches across prototype and flight hardware
• Lead or assist with harness integration on testbeds, vehicles, and electromechanical assemblies
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams on design feedback and continuous process improvements
• Create or review work instructions, inspection criteria, and harness routing documentation
• Mentor junior technicians on best practices, tool usage, and quality standards
• Maintain strict adherence to ESD protocols, safety procedures, and cleanliness requirements in a fast-paced R&D environment

Requirements

• Basic Qualifications: 3+ years of experience in wire harness/cable assembly in aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments
• Experience working with MIL-SPEC components and aerospace wiring practices
• Experience with crimping, soldering, and wire termination
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and work instructions

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace or spaceflight wire harness assembly
• Experience using automated crimping equipment and hipot testers
• Experience with high-reliability termination techniques
• Experience working in prototype or low-volume production environments
• Experience troubleshooting complex electrical assemblies with minimal supervision
• Certification in IPC/WHMA-A-620 (preferred, or willingness to pursue)
• Willingness to pursue recertification if needed
• Experience collaborating with engineering and quality teams to resolve manufacturing issues
• Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced, prototype-focused environment
• Experience contributing to process improvements or standard work documentation

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical trade school certificate or associate degree preferred
• Preferred Qualifications: IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3 certification (preferred, or willingness to pursue); J-STD-001 certification is a plus; Familiarity with NASA-STD-8739.x is also desirable

Benefits and Perks

• Equity ownership in the company
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Flexible PTO and parental leave
• Home office set up reimbursement
• Weekly lunch stipend, plus complimentary snacks and beverages on-site
• Once a month social hour on-site with food and drinks