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Wire Harness Design

  • Location: Westminster, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7786
  • Salary: NON 140,000

We are looking to add a Senior Wire Harness Design Engineer I to join our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing leading-edge hardware for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems, we would like to hear from you. 

This role focuses on designing the critical power, digital, analog, and RF interconnects that turn boxes into systems. You will have the opportunity to take full ownership of wire harness designs, including schematic development, cable routing, connector selection, and harness assembly drawings. The environment is highly collaborative, working shoulder-to-shoulder with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and harness assembly technicians to develop cutting-edge space and airborne systems.

The role encompasses the full design process, from defining initial specifications through integration and test. You will also participate in design reviews, providing technical expertise and recommendations to enhance the performance and reliability of wire harness systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Impact the design and development of high-complexity wire harnesses across space and airborne systems and associated GSE.
  • Influence requirements and workmanship standards for harness design
  • Cultivate preferred parts listing based on component reliability, availability, and manufacturability
  • Converge on definition of design for EMI / EMC compliance, radiation tolerance and space charging environments
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure harness designs align with system-level requirements for performance, manufacturability, and reliability.
  • Support integration, testing, and troubleshooting of harness systems at the box, subsystem, and platform levels.
  • Influence design standards and contribute to process improvements to advance the maturity of the wire harness discipline.
  • Work directly with suppliers and contract manufacturers to manage supply chain, build quality and schedule outcomes
  • Present technical solutions in internal and external design reviews; serve as the subject matter expert for interconnect systems.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university. 
  • 6 years of relevant industry or university research experience.
  • Proficiency in harness design tools such as Capital Essentials or Zuken E3.
  • Solid understanding of electrical/mechanical engineering principles, wire routing, controlled impedance, cable shielding, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) considerations.
  • Ability to conduct thorough analysis and testing of wire harness designs to ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, safety regulations, and performance requirements.
  • Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to wire harness design, such as IPC-WHMA-A-620 and/or NASA-STD 8739.4A.
  • Skilled with high-reliability components such as D38999, Micro-D, Nano-D connectors and M227569/M27500 series of wire.
  • Detail-oriented approach with a high level of accuracy in design documentation and technical specifications.
  • Excellent written and spoken communication skills. 
  • Aerospace industry experience.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

  • Experience designing for space environments.
  • Hands-on experience assembling wire harnesses.
  • IPC-WHMA-A-620 harness build certification.

Senior RF Engineer

  • Location: San Fran
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7783
  • Salary: NON 170,000

Senior RF Engineer

San Francisco | $150k–$170k + Equity

 

We’re hiring a Senior RF Engineer for a fast-growing aerospace startup developing next-generation satellite technology.

This is a hands-on role owning RF systems from architecture and design through PCB implementation, prototype bring-up, test, validation, and qualification.

You’ll work across RF communications and payload subsystems, including link budgets, noise and linearity analysis, RF/mixed-signal PCB design, and board/system-level testing.

 

Looking for experience with:

  • RF hardware design at microwave and/or mmWave frequencies
  • LNAs, PAs, SSPAs, mixers, up/down converters, oscillators, filters
  • Link budgets, noise figure, linearity, gain cascades
  • RF/EM tools such as ADS, HFSS, Cadence, or similar
  • Schematic capture and multilayer PCB layout, ideally Altium
  • Lab equipment including VNAs, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and oscilloscopes

 

Aerospace, satellite, defense, phased-array, SDR, or mission-critical hardware experience would be a strong plus.

 

Package: $150,000–$170,000 base, equity, strong benefits, 401(k) match, relocation support.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Visa sponsorship is not available.

 

Interested? Apply or message me for a confidential conversation.

Production Manager – Avionics Manufacturing

  • Location: Los Angeles County, California
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7778
  • Salary: NON 180,000

Production Manager – Avionics Manufacturing

Location: Southern California (Onsite)

Overview

We're working with an advanced aerospace manufacturer seeking a Production Manager to lead avionics manufacturing operations supporting electronics production, PCBA assembly and manufacturing scale-up activities.

This is a leadership role focused on production execution, team development, process optimisation and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day avionics manufacturing operations
  • Manage production schedules, resources and manufacturing priorities
  • Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives
  • Improve throughput, quality and production efficiency
  • Develop and mentor supervisors, technicians and manufacturing personnel
  • Partner with engineering and supply chain teams to support production goals
  • Support manufacturing scale-up and future production growth

Requirements

  • Experience leading electronics, avionics or advanced manufacturing teams
  • Strong understanding of PCBA manufacturing and electronics assembly
  • Experience with SMT manufacturing environments
  • Background in lean manufacturing and process optimisation
  • Proven ability to improve production performance and scale operations

Ideal Backgrounds

  • Aerospace
  • Defense electronics
  • Electronics manufacturing services (EMS)
  • Consumer electronics
  • EV / Automotive manufacturing
  • Medical device manufacturing

Bonus Experience

  • SMT production equipment
  • IPC-610 / IPC-620
  • Electronics production scale-up
  • High-volume manufacturing environments

What We're Looking For

A manufacturing leader who understands how to build teams, improve production performance and scale electronics manufacturing operations without compromising quality or delivery.

Environmental Test Manager

  • Location: Los Angeles County, California
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7776
  • Salary: NON 180,000

Environmental Test Manager

Location: Southern California (Onsite)

Overview

We're supporting a rapidly growing aerospace organisation seeking an Environmental Test Manager to lead environmental test operations supporting development and production hardware.

This role is responsible for overseeing environmental test laboratories, driving operational excellence and scaling test capabilities to support aggressive production and development schedules.

Responsibilities

  • Lead environmental test operations across vibration, shock and thermal testing activities
  • Manage technicians, specialists and test schedules
  • Drive test readiness, asset utilisation and throughput improvements
  • Support qualification and acceptance testing programmes
  • Partner with engineering, manufacturing and quality teams
  • Develop processes, procedures and capacity planning strategies
  • Support future growth and expansion of test facilities

Requirements

  • Leadership experience within environmental testing, aerospace manufacturing or high-reliability hardware environments
  • Strong understanding of vibration, shock and thermal testing
  • Experience managing test operations, laboratories or technical teams
  • Background supporting qualification and acceptance testing
  • Strong organisational and cross-functional leadership skills

Ideal Backgrounds

  • Aerospace
  • Spacecraft
  • Satellite manufacturing
  • Defense hardware
  • Environmental test service providers
  • Flight hardware qualification environments

What We're Looking For

A hands-on leader who can balance technical understanding with operational execution while helping scale a growing environmental test organisation.

Analysis Manager

  • Location: Seattle, Washington
  • Remote: Hybrid
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7763
  • Salary: NON 200,000

Analysis Manager | Start-up

 

We are partnered with a start-up developing next-generation compact energy systems for space, defense, maritime, and remote terrestrial applications.

 

They are looking for an Analysis Manager to lead a team across structural, thermal, and nuclear analysis disciplines, helping drive the development and deployment of highly complex engineering systems. This role combines technical leadership, team management, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced R&D environment.

 

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and mentoring a multidisciplinary analysis team
  • Reviewing structural, thermal, and nuclear analysis deliverables
  • Supporting integrated product development with design and systems teams
  • Managing priorities and technical risk across multiple programs
  • Improving analysis workflows, tools, and engineering standards
  • Communicating technical progress and resource planning to leadership

 

What we’re looking for:

  • 8+ years of engineering analysis experience
  • 3+ years of management or team leadership experience
  • Strong expertise in structural, thermal, or nuclear analysis
  • FEA experience preferred
  • Experience within highly regulated or quality-driven environments (AS9100, NQA-1, etc.)
  • Ability to thrive in a startup or fast-moving engineering environment

 

? Seattle, WA (hybrid schedule)

? $175,000 – $210,000 base salary

? Equity included

? Strong benefits package including 401k match, family leave, relocation support, flexible PTO, and more

Analysis Manager | Start-up

 

We are partnered with a start-up developing next-generation compact energy systems for space, defense, maritime, and remote terrestrial applications.

 

They are looking for an Analysis Manager to lead a team across structural, thermal, and nuclear analysis disciplines, helping drive the development and deployment of highly complex engineering systems. This role combines technical leadership, team management, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced R&D environment.

 

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and mentoring a multidisciplinary analysis team
  • Reviewing structural, thermal, and nuclear analysis deliverables
  • Supporting integrated product development with design and systems teams
  • Managing priorities and technical risk across multiple programs
  • Improving analysis workflows, tools, and engineering standards
  • Communicating technical progress and resource planning to leadership

 

What we’re looking for:

  • 8+ years of engineering analysis experience
  • 3+ years of management or team leadership experience
  • Strong expertise in structural, thermal, or nuclear analysis
  • FEA experience preferred
  • Experience within highly regulated or quality-driven environments (AS9100, NQA-1, etc.)
  • Ability to thrive in a startup or fast-moving engineering environment

 

? Seattle, WA (hybrid schedule)

? $175,000 – $210,000 base salary

? Equity included

? Strong benefits package including 401k match, family leave, relocation support, flexible PTO, and more

Senior Staff Mechanical Analyst

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7740
  • Salary: NON 170,000

A fast-growing company developing next-generation planetary mobility and autonomous systems are hiring a Senior Staff Mechanical Analyst to join its growing engineering team. This is a unique opportunity to work on pioneering spaceflight hardware and contribute to the future of off-world exploration within a fast-paced, highly collaborative engineering environment.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across complex mechanical analysis activities, supporting the development of advanced vehicle and mobility systems from concept through to qualification and testing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain high-fidelity analytical models for advanced vehicle and mobility platforms
  • Perform detailed mechanical analyses including stress, loads, fatigue/fracture, vibration, structural dynamics, and durability assessments
  • Collaborate closely with design engineering teams to rapidly iterate and optimise hardware designs
  • Support programme execution through task planning, schedule management, and coordination with leadership teams
  • Lead and mentor analysts across multiple concurrent projects and technical workstreams
  • Review and oversee analysis outputs to ensure technical quality and compliance with applicable engineering standards
  • Contribute to the development and standardisation of engineering processes, methodologies, and best practices
  • Produce technical documentation, reports, and recommendations for internal and external stakeholders
  • Generate loading environments and analysis requirements for suppliers and external partners
  • Support major engineering milestones including design reviews, test readiness reviews, and failure investigations
  • Engage with customers, external agencies, and technical working groups as required

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
  • 10+ years’ experience performing mechanical analysis on complex aerospace, automotive, or spaceflight systems
  • Proven experience leading engineering analysis teams within multidisciplinary environments
  • Strong expertise in finite element modelling and structural analysis methodologies
  • Proficiency with industry-standard analysis tools such as ANSYS, FEMAP, MATLAB, LS-DYNA, or similar software packages
  • Experience interpreting loading profiles, environmental conditions, and test data
  • Knowledge of dynamics, kinematics, fatigue, fracture mechanics, and composite structures
  • Familiarity with aerospace, NASA, or government engineering standards and specifications
  • Experience supporting design reviews, qualification activities, and technical investigations
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and technical reporting skills
  • Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Ability to thrive in a rapid development, fast-paced engineering environment
  • Eligibility to work on programmes subject to U.S. export control regulations

This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior-level mechanical analysis specialist looking to combine technical leadership with hands-on engineering work on cutting-edge aerospace technologies. The role offers the chance to work on highly innovative mobility and robotics programmes that are shaping the future of space exploration and advanced engineering systems.

Autonomy Engineer

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7739
  • Salary: NON 130,000

An innovative aerospace and robotics organisation is seeking an Autonomy Engineer to support the development of advanced autonomous navigation and control systems for next-generation robotic and orbital platforms. This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of autonomy, robotics, and space exploration, contributing to technologies designed for challenging and remote environments.

Working within a highly collaborative engineering team, the successful candidate will help design and implement sophisticated autonomy software, enabling coordinated operations across multiple autonomous systems while supporting cutting-edge exploration missions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop decentralised navigation and decision-making algorithms for autonomous robotic and orbital systems
  • Develop robust autonomy software capable of operating in challenging and unstructured environments
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to integrate autonomy systems with hardware platforms
  • Utilise simulation tools and techniques to enhance system performance, reliability, and operational efficiency
  • Conduct simulations, testing, and validation activities to refine algorithms and software performance
  • Ensure software solutions meet industry standards for safety, reliability, and mission-critical performance
  • Produce and maintain technical documentation, including interface specifications and verification plans
  • Participate in technical reviews, trade studies, and risk assessments throughout the development lifecycle
  • Research and integrate emerging technologies and advancements within autonomy, robotics, and intelligent systems

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, or a related technical discipline
  • Commercial experience developing autonomy software for autonomous systems
  • Expertise in at least one of the following areas:
  • Swarm coordination and task allocation
  • State estimation and cooperative localisation
  • Object identification, modelling, and tracking
  • Motion planning and control for robotic or autonomous platforms
  • Strong programming capability in C++ and/or Python
  • Experience working with ROS (Robot Operating System)
  • Comfortable operating within agile, research-driven, and interdisciplinary engineering environments
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical teams
  • Proven innovation through projects, publications, patents, or technical achievements
  • Eligibility to work within a security-conscious environment

Desirable Experience

  • Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in Robotics, Autonomy, Artificial Intelligence, or related field
  • Experience with multi-agent autonomous systems in space or extreme environments
  • Familiarity with real-time or space-grade operating systems and software frameworks
  • Experience with containers and virtualisation technologies such as Docker or VirtualBox
  • Knowledge of sensor integration and calibration
  • Experience supporting end-to-end deployment of autonomous or networked software systems

This is an exciting opportunity to join a pioneering organisation developing breakthrough autonomous technologies for space and advanced robotic applications. The role would suit an engineer passionate about autonomy, innovation, and solving complex technical challenges within mission-critical environments.

Program Manager

  • Location: Golden, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7738
  • Salary: NON 200,000

An innovative space technology company at the forefront of lunar mobility and robotics is seeking an experienced Program Manager to support the delivery of a next-generation lunar vehicle program. This is a unique opportunity to play a critical role in one of the most ambitious human space exploration initiatives of the decade, helping to develop and deliver advanced lunar surface systems designed to support future crewed missions.

Working within a fast-paced and highly collaborative engineering environment, the successful candidate will support complex program execution across technical, operational, and customer-facing activities while ensuring alignment with mission objectives, schedules, budgets, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the lead Program Manager in coordinating multiple workstreams critical to overall program delivery
  • Drive program milestone reviews, including planning, stakeholder coordination, review readiness, and action tracking
  • Maintain oversight of integrated program schedules, budgets, technical objectives, and milestone performance alongside engineering and product teams
  • Track and report key program performance indicators across technical and operational areas
  • Act as a key interface with external stakeholders and customers to communicate progress, risks, and deliverables
  • Support organisational scaling initiatives and contribute to team structure and resource planning
  • Continuously improve execution efficiency by refining internal processes, prioritisation, and program governance
  • Ensure safety considerations remain central to all program activities and decision-making
  • Coordinate cross-functional project activities and facilitate communication between technical teams and support departments
  • Lead internal meetings to align priorities, identify risks, and resolve blockers
  • Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and program data accessibility for stakeholders
  • Ensure compliance with internal procedures, quality standards, and operational policies

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
  • Extensive experience in program or project management within highly technical or engineering-led environments
  • Demonstrated experience managing scope, schedule, budget, and program execution across complex projects
  • Background supporting spaceflight, aerospace, human-rated systems, or other high-reliability engineering programs
  • Strong leadership capability with experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams
  • Ability to translate customer requirements and strategic objectives into clear program plans and deliverables
  • Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience using project management and collaboration tools such as MS Project and Jira
  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively across multiple teams
  • Self-driven mindset with the ability to deliver against critical deadlines in fast-moving environments
  • Experience managing subcontractors and external partners within complex technical programs
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced program management professional looking to contribute to pioneering space exploration initiatives and help shape the future of lunar mobility. The role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge technology programs within a highly innovative environment, collaborating with industry-leading engineers and mission-driven teams working toward humanity’s next chapter in space exploration.

Senior RF Engineer

  • Location: Golden, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7731
  • Salary: NON 150,000

An innovative space technology company developing advanced robotics and mobility systems for lunar and planetary exploration is seeking a Senior RF Engineer to join its growing engineering team. This role will support the design, integration, and testing of RF systems for space-based platforms, including satellites and planetary rovers, within a fast-paced and mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, analyse, and integrate RF subsystems for space and communications platforms
  • Perform electromagnetic simulations and RF trade studies to support system design decisions
  • Develop and execute RF and antenna test plans, including VSWR, gain, and radiation pattern analysis
  • Build, integrate, and test RF hardware and communications payloads
  • Create and analyse link budgets for space-to-Earth communications systems
  • Conduct antenna co-site and interference analysis
  • Use industry-standard RF modelling and simulation tools to validate system performance
  • Produce detailed technical documentation, reports, and test results
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and external vendors throughout development cycles

Key Requirements

  • Strong background in RF systems design, analysis, and testing
  • Hands-on experience building and testing RF hardware and RF test racks
  • Experience with RF test equipment including spectrum analysers, network analysers, signal generators, and power meters
  • Ability to develop and execute RF validation and verification plans against technical requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • Minimum 5 years of RF engineering experience
  • Excellent technical communication and documentation skills
  • Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to work effectively in fast-paced environments
  • Eligibility to work on U.S. regulated aerospace programmes

This is an exciting opportunity to join a pioneering aerospace organisation focused on enabling the future of lunar and planetary exploration. The role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge RF technologies supporting next-generation space missions in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Staff Embedded Software Engineer

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7728
  • Salary: NON 180,000

Staff Core Software Engineer

? Golden, Colorado

We’re looking for a Staff Core Software Engineer to develop embedded and flight software for mission-critical robotic and spaceflight systems in a fast-paced startup environment.

This role is focused on real-time embedded systems, flight software architecture, hardware integration, and autonomy platforms. You’ll work closely with avionics, robotics, systems, and hardware teams to develop highly reliable software for lunar vehicles operating in demanding environments.

What You’ll Be Working On

  • Embedded and flight software for robotic space systems
  • RTOS-based software development (VxWorks, RTEMS, FreeRTOS, etc.)
  • Command & telemetry systems
  • Hardware abstraction layers and device drivers
  • Flight software integration and system control logic
  • Hardware-in-the-loop testing and simulation environments
  • Real-time system performance, debugging, and validation
  • Robotics and autonomous vehicle software architectures

Ideal Background

  • 5+ years developing embedded software or avionics systems
  • Strong C programming experience for embedded systems
  • Experience with RTOS environments and real-time software concepts
  • Familiarity with NASA cFS or similar flight software frameworks
  • Experience integrating software directly with hardware platforms
  • Understanding of telemetry, networking, and spacecraft data handling
  • Comfortable debugging timing, integration, and system interaction issues
  • Strong collaboration skills in multidisciplinary engineering environments

Nice to Have

  • Device driver or BSP development experience
  • Hardware-in-the-loop or simulation experience
  • Safety-critical or fault-tolerant software development
  • GNC software integration experience
  • Planetary robotics or crewed spacecraft avionics experience
  • Startup or NewSpace background

This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge lunar robotics and help build the software systems that will support the next era of human space exploration.