Spacecraft Avionics Harness Technician

The role

You will assemble, test, rework, and integrate harnesses and electromechanical assemblies. This role supports the production and development of the K2 Mega-class satellite.

What you will do

• Fabricate wire harnesses from assembly drawings and electrical schematics
• Assemble electromechanical assemblies and assist engineering with production processes
• Follow work instructions and document work through MES system and other tools
• Work with design and manufacturing engineering
• Route harnesses and support integration of electromechanical assemblies on the Mega-class satellite
• Support production transition from engineering development to full rate production
• Provide process improvement feedback to engineering and production leadership

Required qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in cable harness fabrication, assembly, or integration
• Experience in a manufacturing setting
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and shop floor management software
• Demonstrate high level of ownership and problem-solving abilities
• Able to set up and use a torque wrench and other hand tools such as wrenches and safety wire pliers
• Experience performing crimping, wire stripping, continuity testing, connector pin outs, routing, and tie wrapping
• Experience using test and measuring tools (digital multimeter, caliper, micrometer)
• Familiar with ERP and part traceability
• Ability to adapt to changing work assignments under tight deadlines
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks such as bending or twisting, grasping, standing, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, carrying, and use hands to operate tools or machine controls
• Must be able to lift and carry parts or equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

Nice to have

• IPC Certified for PCB and cable harness rework (IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620)
• Hand soldering ability and PCB rework experience
• Ability to read, review, and redline electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Experience with various potting and encapsulation techniques for cables and enclosures
• Strong communication skills with ability to communicate hardware and systems problems
• Experience in aerospace or electronics

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical/dental/vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Many other perks

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license

About the company

K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown. They are mass-producing high-power satellite platforms for missions from LEO to deep space.