Aerospace Harnessing Engineer (Launch Vehicle Avionics)
The Valentino Group, Alameda, CA, United States
Aerospace Harnessing Engineer (Launch Vehicle Avionics)
Job Openings Aerospace Harnessing Engineer (Launch Vehicle Avionics)
About the job Aerospace Harnessing Engineer (Launch Vehicle Avionics)
Harnessing Engineer
(Launch Vehicle Avionics)
The Team
Our clients Avionics team is responsible for the electrical architecture that powers and controls the launch vehicle. As a Harnessing Engineer, you'll own the design and execution of flight and test harnesses that connect avionics, sensors, power systems, and vehicle subsystems—ensuring reliability in extreme environments.
This is an end-to-end role spanning requirements definition, architecture, detailed design, first-article builds, qualification testing, and production support. Youll work closely with mechanical, thermal, electrical, integration, and manufacturing teams to deliver harness systems that are safe, lightweight, manufacturable, and flight-ready.
The Opportunity
Were looking for a hands-on, highly collaborative engineer who thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments and is excited to build real flight hardware. Youll be a key technical owner on the vehicle program with high visibility and the ability to shape best practices as the organization scales.
What Youll Do
Serve as the
Harness Responsible Engineer
for the launch vehicle program
Partner cross-functionally with
Mechanical, Thermal, and Electrical Engineering
to define harness requirements, interfaces, and system constraints
Select materials and components (wire, connectors, backshells, shielding, strain relief, etc.) appropriate for aerospace environments
Design harness architecture and routing, including
mechanical layout, service loops, strain relief, and EMI/EMC considerations
Create and maintain
system-level schematics, wiring diagrams, and pinouts
Draft and review
manufacturing/assembly drawings
and ensure alignment with production processes
Support
first-article builds
and transition designs into repeatable production flows
Execute and/or define test approaches including
continuity, isolation, grounding, pin-to-pin verification, and troubleshooting
Investigate development and production nonconformances, drive
root cause , and implement corrective actions
Document and maintain engineering artifacts including
test procedures, analysis/results, FMEAs, requirement docs, and work instructions
Operate in a hands-on environment—supporting design, build, integration, and test activities as needed
What Were Looking For (Required)
Bachelors degree in
Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering , or a closely related technical field
5+ years
of professional experience in
wire harness design
(aerospace, vehicles, robotics, defense, or similarly rigorous environments)
3+ years
using mechanical CAD tools and PLM systems; comfortable releasing production drawings
Ability to interpret and create complex
wiring diagrams, schematics, and interface documentation
Strong understanding of harness design and manufacturing methods (buildability, inspection, testability, and rework considerations)
Experience with
aerospace-grade materials/component selection
and design for
weight, cost, and manufacturability
Hands‑on experience troubleshooting harness issues to root cause, with a corrective‑action mindset
Familiarity with one or more relevant standards, such as:
IPC/WHMA-A-620, NASA-STD-8739.4 / 8739.6, NASA-STD-6016, SAE AS22759, J-STD-001
Strong communication skills and ability to manage interfaces across multiple engineering teams
Self‑directed and comfortable solving open‑ended problems with speed and rigor
Nice to Have (Desired Multipliers)
Prior experience in
aerospace or launch vehicle
applications
Knowledge of redundancy strategies for
flight‑critical systems
Experience designing for
high vibration, vacuum, thermal cycling, and harsh EMI environments
Proficiency with
Siemens NX and Teamcenter
Experience with harness‑specific design tools such as
RapidHarness
Inclusive Hiring
You do not need to meet every qualification to apply. Our client values diverse perspectives and is committed to building a team with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
San Francisco applicants will be considered in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
This position is subject to U.S. export control regulations, including
ITAR
and
EAR . Employment is contingent upon the candidates status as a
U.S. Person
or ability to obtain an appropriate export license, along with required background checks and (where applicable) eligibility for government contracts or security clearance.
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Job Openings Aerospace Harnessing Engineer (Launch Vehicle Avionics)
About the job Aerospace Harnessing Engineer (Launch Vehicle Avionics)
Harnessing Engineer
(Launch Vehicle Avionics)
The Team
Our clients Avionics team is responsible for the electrical architecture that powers and controls the launch vehicle. As a Harnessing Engineer, you'll own the design and execution of flight and test harnesses that connect avionics, sensors, power systems, and vehicle subsystems—ensuring reliability in extreme environments.
This is an end-to-end role spanning requirements definition, architecture, detailed design, first-article builds, qualification testing, and production support. Youll work closely with mechanical, thermal, electrical, integration, and manufacturing teams to deliver harness systems that are safe, lightweight, manufacturable, and flight-ready.
The Opportunity
Were looking for a hands-on, highly collaborative engineer who thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments and is excited to build real flight hardware. Youll be a key technical owner on the vehicle program with high visibility and the ability to shape best practices as the organization scales.
What Youll Do
Serve as the
Harness Responsible Engineer
for the launch vehicle program
Partner cross-functionally with
Mechanical, Thermal, and Electrical Engineering
to define harness requirements, interfaces, and system constraints
Select materials and components (wire, connectors, backshells, shielding, strain relief, etc.) appropriate for aerospace environments
Design harness architecture and routing, including
mechanical layout, service loops, strain relief, and EMI/EMC considerations
Create and maintain
system-level schematics, wiring diagrams, and pinouts
Draft and review
manufacturing/assembly drawings
and ensure alignment with production processes
Support
first-article builds
and transition designs into repeatable production flows
Execute and/or define test approaches including
continuity, isolation, grounding, pin-to-pin verification, and troubleshooting
Investigate development and production nonconformances, drive
root cause , and implement corrective actions
Document and maintain engineering artifacts including
test procedures, analysis/results, FMEAs, requirement docs, and work instructions
Operate in a hands-on environment—supporting design, build, integration, and test activities as needed
What Were Looking For (Required)
Bachelors degree in
Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering , or a closely related technical field
5+ years
of professional experience in
wire harness design
(aerospace, vehicles, robotics, defense, or similarly rigorous environments)
3+ years
using mechanical CAD tools and PLM systems; comfortable releasing production drawings
Ability to interpret and create complex
wiring diagrams, schematics, and interface documentation
Strong understanding of harness design and manufacturing methods (buildability, inspection, testability, and rework considerations)
Experience with
aerospace-grade materials/component selection
and design for
weight, cost, and manufacturability
Hands‑on experience troubleshooting harness issues to root cause, with a corrective‑action mindset
Familiarity with one or more relevant standards, such as:
IPC/WHMA-A-620, NASA-STD-8739.4 / 8739.6, NASA-STD-6016, SAE AS22759, J-STD-001
Strong communication skills and ability to manage interfaces across multiple engineering teams
Self‑directed and comfortable solving open‑ended problems with speed and rigor
Nice to Have (Desired Multipliers)
Prior experience in
aerospace or launch vehicle
applications
Knowledge of redundancy strategies for
flight‑critical systems
Experience designing for
high vibration, vacuum, thermal cycling, and harsh EMI environments
Proficiency with
Siemens NX and Teamcenter
Experience with harness‑specific design tools such as
RapidHarness
Inclusive Hiring
You do not need to meet every qualification to apply. Our client values diverse perspectives and is committed to building a team with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
San Francisco applicants will be considered in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
This position is subject to U.S. export control regulations, including
ITAR
and
EAR . Employment is contingent upon the candidates status as a
U.S. Person
or ability to obtain an appropriate export license, along with required background checks and (where applicable) eligibility for government contracts or security clearance.
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