Satellite Harness Engineer
About The Position
Xona is the navigational intelligence company bringing real-time, centimeter-level certainty to any device, anywhere on Earth. With Pulsar – the world’s most advanced PNT satellite infrastructure in Low Earth Orbit – Xona will offer a future-proof, backwards-compatible global positioning system optimized for absolute precision, superior power, and robust protection. We are looking for a Harness Engineer to design and build the satellite’s harnesses and cables. This is a hands-on, cross-disciplinary role where you will work closely with experienced engineers across avionics, mechanical, GNC, and manufacturing teams. It is a unique opportunity to build a critical subsystem of a cutting-edge space technology platform.
Requirements
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent industry experience
- 2+ years experience in electrical harness design
- Ability to read and interpret PCBA schematics, technical drawings, test plans, and procedures
- Experience using harness test equipment such as multimeters and Hipot testers as well as building test fixtures (test boards, peg boards, etc.)
- Familiarity with Windows-based PC operating systems
- Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing in English
Nice To Haves
- Experience designing, handling, and integrating spaceflight hardware
- Exposure to spacecraft environmental testing (vibration, thermal vacuum, thermal cycling)
- Experience working in cleanroom environments
- Familiarity with aerospace documentation standards and configuration control
Responsibilities
- Own the design, cable routing, and build of the satellite’s harnesses
- Closely work with electrical, mechanical, and other satellite design engineers to create harness drawings
- Determine processes and select components to ensure a reliable and manufacturable solution that will survive the life of the mission
- Coordinate harness builds with contract manufacturers, taking into account the program build schedule and design requirements
- Track, design, and build test harnesses to support various test set ups (DVT, environmental, subsystem debug, etc)
- Interpret PCBA schematics, technical drawings, test plans, and work instructions
- Develop, maintain, and follow work instructions, connector mate logs, and test logs
- Support hardware troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
