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Design Engineer (Cable Harness / Interconnect)

Acara Solutions, An Aleron Company, Orlando, FL, United States


Job Title: Networks Engineer (Cables & Interconnects)

Location: Orlando, FL.

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Industry: Aerospace / Aviation / Defense

Compensation: $90,000 to $110,000/Year

Schedule: 9/80


About the Opportunity:

  • Design and develop cable harness assemblies and interconnect systems for complex electronic applications
  • Create and maintain detailed interconnect diagrams for hardware and support equipment
  • Evaluate design changes and ensure system performance, reliability, and compliance.


What You'll Do:

  • Develop and review cable harness designs using schematic capture tools such as Xpedition or Capital Harness
  • Produce and maintain detailed interconnect documentation for electronic and hardware systems
  • Perform basic circuit design tasks to support functionality and reliability
  • Oversee cable fabrication and testing processes to ensure high-quality output
  • Analyze the impact of engineering changes on existing systems and maintain design integrity.

What You'll Bring:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 8+ years of electrical engineering and test engineering experience


What Sets You Apart:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Utilize knowledge of cable design, fabrication, and test processes to produce high-quality cable assemblies.
  • Proficiency in electrical schematic capture with a preference for familiarity with Capital Harness.
  • Strong Understanding of DC Power Distribution and its application in cable design.
  • Competence in basic circuit design and the ability to apply engineering principles effectively.
  • Experience in creating and reviewing engineering prints and technical documentation.
  • Knowledge of cable design, fabrication, and testing, with DITMCO testing experience
  • Exceptional documentation skills, with an emphasis on clarity, accuracy, and thoroughness.
  • Ability to evaluate the impact of changes on electronic systems and propose appropriate solutions.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Proficient with MS Office Applications.