Harness Manufacturing Engineer
About The Position
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Harness Manufacturing Engineer to help build the first space-based cellular broadband network directly accessible by everyday mobile phones. You would join our hands-on production team in Midland, TX, designing and fabricating the electrical harnesses that power our next-generation satellites. This is a dynamic, high-impact role for engineers who thrive in fast-paced, startup-energy environments and want their work to literally reach orbit. This role is onsite in Midland, TX, and provides a generous relocation package.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- 3-7 years of hands-on experience in harness manufacturing, wiring assembly, or electrical integration.
- Proficiency in Capital HarnessXC, SEE Electrical, or similar CAD tools.
- Certified to IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards; experience in cleanroom environments.
- Demonstrated experience with crimping, routing, soldering, and pull-testing (100 lb tensile).
- Strong troubleshooting and process-improvement mindset with RCA familiarity.
- U.S. citizenship required. Willingness to relocate to Midland, TX.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Nice To Haves
- Aerospace or satellite manufacturing
- LEO or phased-array systems
- Lean/Six Sigma
Responsibilities
- Design and document wire harness layouts and schematics using Capital HarnessXC or SEE Electrical.
- Fabricate and assemble harnesses in cleanroom conditions-perform crimping, soldering, lacing, and pull-testing to IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards.
- Conduct root-cause analysis (RCA) of defects such as vibration-induced shorts, implementing corrective actions to achieve 97%+ yield.
- Support AIT (Assembly, Integration & Test) through EMI, thermal, and vibration testing of harnesses and subsystems.
- Create and maintain detailed manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and training materials.
- Collaborate with mechanical, power, and antenna teams to optimize harness routing for weight, thermal efficiency, and scalability.
- Contribute to process improvements enabling production of up to six satellites per month.
Benefits
- Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 + RSUs (3-year vesting)
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Onsite schedule (4-5 days per week in Midland cleanrooms)
- Growth potential within AST's rapidly expanding manufacturing team
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
