Harness Design Engineer Location: San Jose, CA Employment Type: Full-Time Work Arrangement: Onsite
About the Role We are seeking a Harness Design Engineer to own the complete lifecycle of electrical harness development for advanced spacecraft programs. This role combines electrical design, systems integration, and hands-on hardware development, supporting missions from initial concept through fabrication, integration, and flight acceptance. The ideal candidate will have experience designing aerospace-grade wiring harnesses and enjoy working closely with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and integration teams to deliver reliable flight hardware. This is an opportunity to play a critical role in the development of next-generation satellite systems operating in demanding space environments.
What You'll Do
Design and develop spacecraft electrical harnesses from requirements definition through fabrication, integration, and acceptance testing
Create and maintain harness design documentation, including wire lists, schematics, connector selections, drawings, and routing diagrams
Author and maintain engineering specifications, manufacturing work instructions, and acceptance test procedures (ATPs)
Support and lead harness fabrication efforts alongside manufacturing and technician teams, providing build support and resolving production discrepancies
Perform and review electrical analyses, including wire sizing, voltage drop calculations, grounding and shielding strategies, and derating assessments
Lead spacecraft harness integration activities, including continuity testing, pull testing, hi-pot testing, and functional verification
Drive continuous improvement initiatives through lessons learned, Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews, and failure investigations
Work directly with suppliers and vendors to specify, procure, and qualify harness components such as connectors, wire, backshells, and associated hardware
What We're Looking For Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline
2+ years of experience designing electrical harnesses for aerospace, spacecraft, defense, or other high-reliability systems
Hands-on experience with harness design tools such as OnShape, Altium, or similar platforms
Experience supporting hardware through build, integration, and test phases
Solid understanding of grounding, shielding, and EMI/EMC principles for complex electrical systems
Strong technical documentation skills, including specifications, engineering drawings, and manufacturing work instructions
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting LEO, GEO, or other spacecraft programs
Familiarity with aerospace wiring and connector standards, including MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-W-22759, NASA-STD-8739.4, or similar
Knowledge of NASA, ECSS, or equivalent aerospace workmanship standards
IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification or equivalent harness manufacturing certification
Experience working within AS9100 quality management environments
Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Product Data Management (PDM) systems
Why Join Us?
Contribute directly to the development of next-generation spacecraft and satellite systems
Own critical hardware from concept through flight-ready integration
Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams in a fast-paced aerospace environment
Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge spaceflight hardware and mission-critical systems
Play a key role in delivering reliable spacecraft that support Earth observation, communications, science, and exploration mission
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.
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.
We're partnering with an innovative aerospace company developing next-generation launch vehicle technology and looking for a Senior Avionics Systems Test Engineer to support integrated system testing, vehicle operations and launch readiness activities.
This is a highly visible role focused on system-level integration, troubleshooting and validation of complex electrical and software systems throughout the product lifecycle.
Responsibilities
Lead system-level avionics integration, testing and validation activities
Support qualification, verification and operational readiness testing
Investigate and resolve complex hardware/software integration issues
Develop test strategies, procedures and operational concepts
Support hardware-in-the-loop and integrated test environments
Participate in mission-critical test campaigns and operational activities
Collaborate closely with avionics, software, systems and manufacturing teams
Develop automation and data analysis tools to improve test efficiency
Requirements
Background in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering or similar
Experience with integrated systems testing, flight test, vehicle testing or hardware-in-the-loop environments
Strong troubleshooting experience across electrical and software systems
Experience with verification and validation processes
Familiarity with networking and communication protocols such as Ethernet, CAN, UART or SPI
Python or MATLAB experience
Ideal Backgrounds
Launch vehicles
Spacecraft
Missile systems
Defense systems
Autonomous systems
High-reliability embedded systems
What We're Looking For
A highly capable systems engineer who enjoys operating at the intersection of hardware, software and operations. Someone who can own problems, troubleshoot effectively and perform in fast-moving technical environments.
Field Technician Los Angeles / Pasadena, California About the Role Our client is a leading manufacturer of specialized monitoring equipment seeking a Field Technician to support installation, setup, and commissioning of systems at customer facilities across Southern California. This is a permanent, field-based position requiring travel throughout the LA area and beyond. What You'll Do • Install monitoring equipment at physical facility locations • Perform cable routing, connections, and electrical setup for installations • Commission equipment systems: power up, configure, and verify proper operation • Test and troubleshoot installed systems to ensure they meet specifications • Travel to multiple locations across Southern California, including Sacramento and surrounding regions • Coordinate with on-site teams during installations • Maintain detailed records of installations and commissioning activities • Provide field support and respond to equipment issues as needed What We're Looking For • Demonstrated experience with hardware installation and system commissioning • Ability to work independently and follow technical instructions • Comfortable performing physical work, including working at heights and in various conditions • Valid driver's license with reliable transportation • Willingness to travel regularly within Southern California and occasional travel statewide • Ability to work flexible hours as project schedules require Nice to Have • Basic electrical knowledge or aptitude for learning electrical fundamentals • Experience with test and measurement equipment • Familiarity with building systems and facility infrastructure • Experience in construction, facilities, or technical installation environments Location & Travel Primary Base: Los Angeles/Pasadena area On-site work at customer locations throughout Southern California with regular travel to LA, Pasadena, Sacramento, and surrounding areas. Compensation Salary: $64,500 – $70,000 (based on experience) Full benefits package provided Interested? If this sounds like your next opportunity, we'd like to hear from you. Please reach out with your resume and a brief note about your relevant experience.Field Technician Los Angeles / Pasadena, California About the Role Our client is a leading manufacturer of specialized monitoring equipment seeking a Field Technician to support installation, setup, and commissioning of systems at customer facilities across Southern California. This is a permanent, field-based position requiring travel throughout the LA area and beyond. What You'll Do • Install monitoring equipment at physical facility locations • Perform cable routing, connections, and electrical setup for installations • Commission equipment systems: power up, configure, and verify proper operation • Test and troubleshoot installed systems to ensure they meet specifications • Travel to multiple locations across Southern California, including Sacramento and surrounding regions • Coordinate with on-site teams during installations • Maintain detailed records of installations and commissioning activities • Provide field support and respond to equipment issues as needed What We're Looking For • Demonstrated experience with hardware installation and system commissioning • Ability to work independently and follow technical instructions • Comfortable performing physical work, including working at heights and in various conditions • Valid driver's license with reliable transportation • Willingness to travel regularly within Southern California and occasional travel statewide • Ability to work flexible hours as project schedules require Nice to Have • Basic electrical knowledge or aptitude for learning electrical fundamentals • Experience with test and measurement equipment • Familiarity with building systems and facility infrastructure • Experience in construction, facilities, or technical installation environments Location & Travel Primary Base: Los Angeles/Pasadena area On-site work at customer locations throughout Southern California with regular travel to LA, Pasadena, Sacramento, and surrounding areas. Compensation Salary: $64,500 – $70,000 (based on experience) Full benefits package provided Interested? If this sounds like your next opportunity, we'd like to hear from you. Please reach out with your resume and a brief note about your relevant experience.
We’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to support advanced aerospace and propulsion programs on a remote contract basis, with 2 weeks per quarter travel required to onsite in Nevada.
You’ll lead complex mechanical design activities across high-performance systems, including CAD modelling, structural and thermal analysis, pressure vessels, actuators, hot gas systems, and advanced manufacturing methods.
What you’ll bring:
4+ years’ experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering
Strong 3D CAD, GD&T, and technical drawing expertise
Experience with structural, thermal, and tolerance analysis
Background in propulsion, rocket motor, or high-performance aerospace systems preferred
Ability to work across design, manufacturing, and systems engineering teams
We’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to support advanced aerospace and propulsion programs on a remote contract basis, with 2 weeks per quarter travel required to onsite in Nevada.
You’ll lead complex mechanical design activities across high-performance systems, including CAD modelling, structural and thermal analysis, pressure vessels, actuators, hot gas systems, and advanced manufacturing methods.
What you’ll bring:
4+ years’ experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering
Strong 3D CAD, GD&T, and technical drawing expertise
Experience with structural, thermal, and tolerance analysis
Background in propulsion, rocket motor, or high-performance aerospace systems preferred
Ability to work across design, manufacturing, and systems engineering teams
Systems Engineer (Contract) Overview EVONA is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to lead technical delivery across customer programs while contributing to internal product development. This role sits at the intersection of spacecraft systems engineering and next-generation AI-enabled mission integration. Key Responsibilities
Own technical delivery across customer projects from concept through execution
Conduct space vehicle-level trade studies (spacecraft buses & payloads) across multiple vendors
Perform architecture analysis, including:
Compatibility assessments
Interface risk identification
Ranked recommendations with clear engineering rationale
Produce customer-facing technical deliverables, including:
Compliance matrices
Architecture summaries
Risk assessments
Ensure outputs are:
Robust enough for design reviews
Clear and actionable for program managers
Validate engineering analyses for accuracy, completeness, and quality
Help shape internal engineering processes and methodologies based on hands-on spacecraft integration experience
Project Context
Building an AI-driven mission integrator that aggregates and optimizes across multiple vendors
Supporting model training through real mission architecture work
Focus areas include:
Mission architecture (system-level design)
SAR mission design
Optical payload expertise
Requirements
US Person (ITAR compliant)
5+ years of spacecraft systems engineering experience
Strong background in:
Spacecraft integration
Multi-vendor environments
Mission architecture & trade studies
Contract Details
Duration: Initial 9-month contract (through end of year)
Hours: Minimum 20 hours/month, with flexibility to scale based on workload
Folsom, CA (Hybrid) Defense & National Security Full-Time $75,000 – $110,000
An innovative defense and national security engineering organisation is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to support the development of advanced airborne ISR and mission-critical systems.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer who is excited to work on complex, real-world systems in a highly collaborative, small-team environment.
The Opportunity
You’ll contribute to the design, development, and testing of embedded and Linux-based software supporting advanced intelligence and defense technologies.
The role offers exposure across the full software lifecycle, working alongside systems engineers, technical leads, and programme managers on high-impact projects.
Key Responsibilities
Support software analysis, design, development, and testing
Collaborate across software and systems engineering teams
Evaluate and integrate commercial and open-source technologies
Contribute to architectural prototyping and system improvements
Assist in preparing technical briefings and documentation
Participate in customer and technical review meetings
Requirements
1–2 years of commercial experience in Engineering or Computer Science
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Experience with C, C++, or similar systems programming languages (Linux environment)
Comfortable working with command-line interfaces
Experience with shell and/or Python scripting
Understanding of network fundamentals (IP addressing, subnetting, protocols)
Basic knowledge of object-oriented design, distributed systems, and embedded concepts
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
A leading U.S.-based defense and national security engineering organization is seeking a Software Engineer III – Embedded Systems to support the development of advanced airborne ISR and propulsion-related technologies.
The Role
You will contribute to the architecture, development, integration, and testing of embedded software systems supporting airborne intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance platforms.
Working alongside senior engineers and customers, you will help define software requirements, prototype alternate architectures, and deliver robust solutions in demanding operational environments.
Key Responsibilities
Define and implement embedded software requirements and system designs
Develop, integrate, and test embedded applications within RTOS environments
Evaluate and incorporate emerging software technologies, including open-source tools where appropriate
Support architectural prototyping and alternative design approaches
Prepare and present technical materials at internal and customer reviews
Participate in peer reviews, customer meetings, and problem-solving sessions
Make informed technical decisions that influence software product direction
Contribute to Agile development processes and collaborative engineering efforts
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science
4 to 7 years of experience in embedded software development
Strong experience with C/C++, Python, MATLAB, Linux, and Git
Understanding of object-oriented design, concurrent programming, digital signal processing, and distributed systems
Experience working in RTOS environments
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA
Knowledge of secure programming and encryption principles
Strong communication skills and ability to operate in collaborative team environments
Willingness to travel up to 25 percent
U.S. Citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
Software Systems Engineer – ISR Systems – Security Clearance Eligible Required
An established and rapidly growing defense technology organization is seeking a Software Systems Engineer to lead the architecture, design, development, and integration of advanced Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) software systems.
This is a senior engineering position requiring deep technical expertise, lifecycle ownership, and strong leadership capability. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering mission-critical ISR capabilities deployed in demanding operational environments.
The Role
You will take ownership of software system architecture and integration across the full program lifecycle, from requirements definition through integration, validation, and deployment.
This position requires a strong background in embedded and distributed systems, experience working in real-time environments, and the ability to technically direct multi-disciplinary engineering efforts.
Key Responsibilities
Lead software and system architecture, development, integration, and test efforts across ISR programs
Define, analyze, and document customer requirements and translate them into executable technical solutions
Support system integration, performance analysis, and flight testing activities
Develop system-level documentation including requirements specifications, verification plans, and test procedures
Prepare and present materials for technical reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and customer interchange meetings
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams
Support capture efforts, technical proposals, and customer engagements
Make critical technical decisions that shape software architecture and product direction
Interface directly with systems engineers, program managers, and external customers
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited institution
10 to 15 years of experience in software systems engineering within defense, aerospace, or other mission-critical domains
Strong expertise in Java, C, and C++
Deep understanding of object-oriented design principles and distributed computing environments
Experience with embedded real-time software systems
Knowledge of concurrent programming, networking protocols, routing, and client/server architectures
Experience maintaining and debugging deployed software systems
Strong understanding of operating systems, compilers, development tools, and database systems
Proven leadership experience directing engineering teams through full project lifecycles
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel up to 25 percent
U.S. Citizenship required with ability to obtain and maintain appropriate U.S. Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with secure programming, encryption, and information assurance
Familiarity with ISR-related frameworks and open standards environments
Experience with GPU acceleration or CUDA-based processing
Experience supporting safety-critical or classified programs
Current DoD Top Secret SCI clearance
Master’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering
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