Lead Harness Technician, Hardware Test (R5272)

Shield AI•Dallas, TX

124d•$36 - $54

About The Position

Shield AI is hiring a Lead Harness Specialist to serve as the technical lead for its Hardware Test Harness Team, helping establish and grow a harness capability that supports V-BAT and X-BAT test operations. The role combines hands-on fabrication, integration, and troubleshooting of wire harnesses and cable assemblies with day-to-day leadership, mentorship, and technical direction for harness technicians. Working with Hardware Test, Electrical, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Engineering teams, the Lead Harness Specialist will help define fabrication standards, improve build processes, ensure product quality, and develop reliable test infrastructure. The role is suited to someone who enjoys building hardware and solving technical challenges while developing a team and remaining involved in daily execution.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience building wire harnesses, cable assemblies, or electrical systems in aerospace, defense, automotive, robotics, or similar industries.
Demonstrated experience leading technicians or serving as a technical lead on hardware build activities.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, connector pinouts, and engineering drawings.
Hands-on experience with harness fabrication techniques, including crimping, soldering, shielding, splicing, labeling, and connector assembly.
Experience performing electrical verification, including continuity testing, insulation resistance testing, and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with aerospace-quality workmanship standards and documentation practices.
Strong organizational skills and ability to balance multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
History of taking ownership, delivering high-quality work, and collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to work hard, be a trustworthy teammate, uphold high standards, and treat others with respect.

Nice To Haves

Experience building harnesses for aerospace, UAV, military, robotics, or autonomous systems.
Experience supporting hardware test laboratories, manufacturing test equipment, or production test environments.
Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 or equivalent harness manufacturing workmanship standards.
Experience using harness design or documentation tools such as Capital, Zuken, SolidWorks Electrical, or AutoCAD Electrical.
Experience creating or improving manufacturing work instructions and build documentation.
Experience with soldering, machining, or electromechanical assembly.
Previous experience helping build or scale a technical team.

Responsibilities

Build, modify, repair, and validate complex wire harnesses and cable assemblies for V-BAT and X-BAT Hardware Test systems.
Lead daily team activities, including technical guidance, work prioritization, and mentorship for harness technicians.
Establish and continuously improve harness fabrication processes, quality standards, documentation, and best practices.
Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, connector pinouts, wire lists, and engineering drawings to build production-quality harnesses.
Assemble and integrate harnesses into electrical and electromechanical test stands, fixtures, and laboratory equipment.
Perform continuity testing, insulation resistance testing, and functional verification of harnesses.
Troubleshoot wiring issues, connector failures, and integration problems supporting development and production test operations.
Partner with engineers during new test stand development to provide manufacturability feedback and improve harness serviceability.
Maintain harness documentation, revisions, bills of materials, and work instructions to support configuration management.
Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure materials and components are available for project schedules.
Respond to emergent laboratory issues and perform repairs to minimize test downtime.
Promote craftsmanship, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement within the Harness Team.
Perform other duties as assigned.