Rocket Lab Corporation

Senior Harness Engineer I/II - Top Secret Clearance

Long Beach, CA · Senior

No sponsorship$124k-$189kDetected 26 days ago

Product ManagementAvionicsSystems EngineeringMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringCommunication

About the role

Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives.
Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space - our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions.
This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

Design and develop electrical harness systems for spacecraft, including connector and backshell selection, wire selection, shielding, and routing.
Collaborate with systems engineering to interpret system architecture and define electrical interfaces.
Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) for harness systems in the product lifecycle management (PLM) tool.
Develop and maintain fabrication drawings and documentation for harness systems using tools such as Capital Essentials, NX, and Teamcenter.
Support harness fabrication processes, ensuring compliance with space-grade standards and industry best practices.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., systems engineering, mechanical engineering, and AIT) to ensure proper integration of harnesses into spacecraft.
Support electrical system schematics and harness design documentation.
Perform electrical design and analysis to ensure harness systems meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability requirements.
Participate in design reviews, providing technical input and ensuring harness designs meet program requirements.

Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering
5+ years of electrical engineering or avionics experience
8+ years of electrical engineering or avionics experience
Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering; or other engineering degree
Active Top Secret Clearance

Master's or PhD in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering
or other engineering degree
Experience in the aerospace/defense industry
Experience supporting satellite development programs and satellite operations
Proficiency in electrical engineering principles, including power distribution, signal integrity, grounding, and communication systems (e.g., RS-422, SPI, Ethernet, CAN bus).
Experience with harness design tools such as Capital Essentials, NX, and Teamcenter.
Experience with electrical testing of harness systems, including continuity testing, insulation resistance testing, and functional testing.
Knowledge of thermal and mechanical considerations for harness routing and integration.

Range (CA Only)
$124,000 - $189,000 USD
We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task.
It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible.
Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace.
We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.

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