Terran Orbital Corporation

Terran Orbital Corporation

Sr. Spacecraft Electrical Integration Engineer

Irvine, CA · Senior · Full-time

No sponsorship$120k-$170kDetected 7 days ago
CybersecurityEMI/EMCSystems EngineeringCommunication

About the role

  • Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars!
  • If you're driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you'll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here.
  • Together, let's redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Spacecraft Design Engineer team to develop electrical system requirements, review system architecture, and establish harness specifications for spacecraft programs.
  • Select appropriate components and design advanced electrical interfaces while ensuring compliance with technical specifications and safety standards.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to drive the development of innovative systems and industry-leading spacecraft.
  • Participate in design reviews, audits, and inspections to verify compliance with project requirements.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing teams to swiftly implement lessons learned and optimize production throughput.
  • Lead the identification, design, and modification of detailed harness schematics to integrate a wide range of electromechanical components and units.
  • Create comprehensive data packages detailing pin-to-pin requirements of connectors and cables and release drawings for manufacturing teams.

Requirements

  • In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking.
  • To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate.
  • This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds.
  • 5+ years of experience in wire harness design, electrical system/subsystem development, and system and component testing.
  • BS or MS in Engineering, with a preference for Electrical Engineering.
  • Fundamental understanding of spacecraft system architecture and the ability to identify and specify wire harness requirements and components.
  • Proficient in creating drawings and data packages for build and system teams.
  • Experience routing harnesses in a CAD environment and confirming assembly and build clearances.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.
  • Knowledge of space vehicle-level systems engineering, including communications, functionality trade-offs, grounding, and EMC/EMI strategies.
  • Practical hands-on experience with wire harness manufacturing and installation for space applications, with satellite experience preferred.
  • Proficiency with 3D CAD and PLM software best practices.
  • Familiarity with IPC, NASA, and other industry standard harness requirements.

Compensation

  • $120,000 - $170,000 USD

Benefits

  • 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Competitive Paid Parental Leave

Company info

  • The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company.

Equal opportunity

  • Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
  • If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com.
  • Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance

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