Harness Design Engineer, Satellites (Starlink)

SpaceX•Redmond, WA

About The Position

SpaceX is developing Starlink, a broadband internet system comprising satellites, consumer receivers, and supporting software. The Harness Design Engineer on the Starlink team owns harness design from concept and component selection through production, qualification, and system integration. The role involves multidisciplinary work with exposure to the high-level product or vehicle.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
Experience with CAD and FEA software packages.
Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary to support critical milestones.
Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Siemens NX and Teamcenter.
Experience with wire harness 3D design, harness installation drawings, and formboard creation.
Experience with wiring diagrams, 3D modeling of complex top-level assemblies, and 3D modeling and analysis of avionics enclosures and secondary structure.
At least 1 year of hands-on project experience with complex mechanical systems, preferably as a team lead; internships count.
Strong teamwork skills and demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with other engineering disciplines, with excellent attention to detail.
Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems.
Prior ownership of a complex component or assembly from initial design through high-volume production ramp.
Self-motivation, strong organizational skills, and strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develop the electro-mechanical design of wire harnesses for Starlink vehicles.
Develop harness design solutions in a 3D NX CAD environment, conduct technical trade studies to meet stakeholder objectives, and follow internal design standards and requirements.
Generate electrical schematics for flight and qualification designs.
Own vehicle-level harness mechanical assemblies and resolve systems integration trades related to those assemblies.
Perform analysis and physical mechanical and electrical testing of harnesses for thermal conditions, loads, vibration, and shock to qualify them for flight.
Document and communicate design, analysis, and testing results through design reviews.
Create and release harness manufacturing documentation and drawings on schedule.
Work with harness production and integration teams to ensure designs can be produced and installed on schedule and in line with project goals.
Conduct R&D investigations and trade studies to improve harness design, including mass and cost savings.

Benefits

Potential eligibility for long-term incentives in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards.
Potential discretionary bonuses.
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Comprehensive medical coverage.
Vision coverage.
Dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Various other discounts and perks.
May accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation.
10 or more paid holidays per year.
Washington State employees accrue paid sick time in compliance with state and federal law.
Company shuttles for roundtrip travel from select Seattle locations to the SpaceX Redmond office Monday to Friday.