Systems Engineer – GNC

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7886
  • Salary: NON 120,000

Systems Engineer – Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC)

Autonomous Robotics | Systems Engineering | Space Exploration

Do you want to help develop the autonomous navigation and control systems that will power the next generation of robotic exploration?

We're partnered with an innovative aerospace company developing advanced autonomous vehicles and robotic systems designed to operate in some of the most challenging environments imaginable. As a Systems Engineer – GNC, you'll work at the intersection of robotics, autonomy, software, and systems engineering to help define, integrate, and verify the technologies that enable intelligent vehicles to navigate and operate independently.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge autonomy programs while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams solving complex engineering challenges.

The Opportunity

As a Systems Engineer focused on Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC), you'll play a critical role in defining requirements, managing interfaces, supporting verification efforts, and ensuring autonomy software integrates seamlessly with vehicle hardware and subsystems.

You'll work closely with autonomy, software, avionics, mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering teams to develop robust solutions capable of operating in highly dynamic and unstructured environments.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Support the development and documentation of autonomous navigation, control, and decision-making systems

  • Participate in systems engineering activities including:

    • Requirements development and decomposition

    • Requirements traceability

    • Interface definition and management

    • Verification & Validation (V&V)

  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including:

    • Interface Control Documents (ICDs)

    • Verification plans

    • Test documentation

  • Support milestone reviews such as:

    • SRR

    • PDR

    • CDR

  • Participate in trade studies and technical risk assessments

  • Work closely with software, avionics, electrical, mechanical, and systems teams to integrate autonomy solutions

  • Analyze test and operational data to improve system performance and reliability

  • Support hardware-in-the-loop and field-testing activities

  • Contribute to process improvements that enhance development efficiency and product quality

  • Ensure systems are developed in accordance with industry best practices for safety and reliability

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline

  • 3+ years of experience supporting autonomy, robotics, GNC, or autonomous vehicle programs

  • Experience working with:

    • Navigation systems

    • Localization systems

    • Perception systems

    • Control systems

  • Understanding of systems engineering principles and product development lifecycles

  • Experience supporting requirements management and verification activities

  • Strong programming experience with:

    • C++

    • Python

  • Familiarity with ROS and robotic software architectures

  • Experience integrating software with sensors, actuators, or embedded systems

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

  • U.S. Person status required

Preferred Experience

  • Master's or PhD in Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field

  • Autonomous vehicle, robotics, aerospace, or advanced mobility systems experience

  • GPS-denied navigation systems

  • SLAM and localization technologies

  • Planning and decision-making frameworks

  • State estimation and sensor fusion concepts

  • GPU acceleration or FPGA integration

  • Real-time operating systems

  • Safety-critical software standards such as:

    • MISRA

    • DO-178

  • Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering environments

Why Join?

  • Help develop autonomy systems for next-generation robotic vehicles

  • Work on challenging navigation, localization, and control problems

  • Collaborate with experts across robotics, software, systems, and aerospace engineering

  • Gain exposure to the full product lifecycle, from concept development through testing and deployment

  • Join a fast-paced engineering organization where individual contributions have a direct impact

  • Work on technology that pushes the boundaries of autonomous operations

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Generous PTO and paid holidays

  • Parental leave

  • Professional development and educational reimbursement

  • Opportunity to work on some of the most advanced robotics and autonomy challenges in industry

If you're passionate about autonomy, robotics, systems engineering, and solving complex navigation and control challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

Staff Embedded – Middleware

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7885
  • Salary: NON 180,000

Staff Embedded Software Engineer – Middleware

Space Robotics | Linux Kernel Development | Avionics

Are you passionate about building the software foundations that power advanced robotic systems operating in some of the harshest environments imaginable?

We're partnered with an innovative aerospace company developing next-generation autonomous vehicles and robotic systems for future exploration missions. They're looking for a Staff Embedded Software Engineer – Middleware to lead the development of mission-critical operating system and middleware software that enables reliable, fault-tolerant operation of advanced avionics platforms.

This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of embedded systems, robotics, avionics, and autonomous vehicle development while helping shape the future of human and robotic exploration.

The Opportunity

As a Staff Embedded Software Engineer, you'll serve as the technical authority for Linux kernel configuration, customization, and deployment across complex robotics and avionics platforms.

You'll work closely with hardware, systems, robotics, and software teams to build highly reliable, safety-critical software capable of supporting autonomous operations in demanding environments. You'll also mentor engineers, influence architecture decisions, and play a key role in bringing new hardware platforms from concept through deployment.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead Linux kernel configuration, customization, and deployment efforts

  • Design, develop, integrate, and maintain kernel-level software for advanced robotics and avionics systems

  • Perform board bring-up activities for new hardware platforms

  • Configure bootloaders, initialize processors, and develop peripheral drivers

  • Implement task scheduling, memory partitioning, and real-time operating configurations

  • Develop and integrate device drivers for mission-critical subsystems

  • Collaborate with systems, hardware, and robotics teams to implement fault-tolerant architectures

  • Support hardware/software integration efforts using engineering models, simulators, and hardware-in-the-loop environments

  • Troubleshoot performance, timing, and real-time execution issues

  • Develop and maintain flight-quality documentation, operational procedures, and integration processes

  • Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across embedded software initiatives

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline

  • 5+ years of experience developing embedded software for mission-critical systems

  • 3+ years of Linux kernel configuration, BSP development, or low-level platform customization

  • Hands-on board bring-up experience for embedded hardware platforms

  • Strong C programming skills for embedded systems

  • Experience with:

    • Linux kernel development

    • Bootloaders

    • Device drivers

    • Hardware abstraction layers

    • Real-time debugging

    • Performance optimization

  • Experience working with communication interfaces such as:

    • SPI

    • RS-422 / RS-485

    • ADCs

    • SpaceWire

  • Understanding of deterministic networking, multiprocessing architectures, and safety-critical software design

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

  • U.S. Person status required

Preferred Experience

  • Spacecraft, robotics, or autonomous vehicle development

  • Crewed vehicle avionics systems

  • Planetary robotics or autonomous mobility platforms

  • NASA Core Flight System (cFS)

  • VxWorks 7

  • Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN)

  • BSP development for safety-critical systems

  • Space mission development lifecycles and documentation standards

  • OCI containers and containerized deployment environments

  • Hardware-in-the-loop and simulation-based testing

Why Join?

  • Work on cutting-edge robotic and autonomous systems

  • Solve complex low-level software challenges where reliability is critical

  • Influence architecture decisions across software and hardware platforms

  • See your work progress from development through real-world deployment

  • Collaborate with experts across avionics, robotics, systems engineering, and autonomy

  • Join a fast-paced environment where engineers have genuine ownership and impact

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Generous PTO and paid holidays

  • Parental leave

  • Professional development and educational reimbursement

  • Opportunity to work on some of the most advanced autonomous and robotic systems being developed today

If you're excited by Linux kernel development, embedded systems, avionics, and building software that enables next-generation robotic platforms, we'd love to hear from you.

Environmental Test Engineer

  • Location: Moriarty, New Mexico
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7879
  • Salary: NON 120,000

Senior Environmental Test Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Environmental Test Engineer to lead the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of environmental test campaigns for advanced aerospace and high-reliability systems. This role is critical to validating system performance, reliability, and safety across demanding operational environments.

You will be responsible for translating system-level requirements into robust environmental test programs, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring test readiness, execution, and reporting meet program objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, planning, and execution of environmental test campaigns, including thermal, altitude, vibration, humidity, and related testing.
  • Translate system and subsystem requirements into test objectives, procedures, and acceptance criteria.
  • Own environmental test planning from concept through execution, analysis, and reporting.
  • Coordinate and lead Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and support test execution activities.
  • Provide technical leadership across systems, structures, electrical, and operations teams.
  • Manage environmental test infrastructure, equipment, and external test vendors.
  • Analyze test data, document results, and present findings to engineering leadership.
  • Ensure testing aligns with applicable industry standards and internal quality requirements.
  • Identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities within test programs and infrastructure.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Test Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of environmental testing experience, including 3+ years leading test campaigns for aerospace or complex engineering systems.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and executing environmental test programs.
  • Strong understanding of environmental test standards and best practices.
  • Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
  • Experience with aerospace, defence, unmanned systems, or other high-reliability platforms.
  • Familiarity with certification or qualification testing requirements.
  • Experience in startup or fast-paced engineering environments.
  • Experience with test automation, data acquisition systems, and advanced instrumentation.

3D CAD Designer / Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Location: Toronto, Ontario
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7875
  • Salary: NON 175,000

3D CAD Designer / Mechanical Design Engineer

About the Opportunity

Our client is an innovative aerospace company developing advanced flight and launch technologies. They are seeking a talented 3D CAD Designer / Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and production of highly engineered mechanical systems operating in demanding environments.

This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge hardware programs within a fast-paced engineering organization where design decisions directly influence product performance and mission success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings.

  • Design complex mechanical and structural components from concept through production.

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop innovative technical solutions.

  • Produce and maintain technical documentation, drawings, BOMs, and revision-controlled design packages.

  • Support prototype manufacturing, assembly, and testing activities.

  • Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.

  • Participate in design reviews and engineering trade studies.

  • Support continuous improvement of products, processes, and design standards.

Required Qualifications

  • Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Design, or related discipline.

  • 3+ years of experience in mechanical design, CAD engineering, or product development.

  • Advanced proficiency with one or more CAD platforms:

    • Siemens NX

    • CATIA

    • SolidWorks

    • Creo

  • Strong understanding of:

    • GD&T

    • Mechanical assemblies

    • Precision manufacturing processes

    • Machined components

    • Sheet metal design

    • Composite structures

  • Experience generating detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation.

  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience within aerospace, motorsport, automotive performance engineering, defense, advanced manufacturing, robotics, or related industries.

  • Experience designing lightweight structures or high-performance mechanical systems.

  • Familiarity with FEA and simulation tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, Nastran, or HyperWorks.

  • Experience working with PLM/PDM systems.

  • Exposure to rapid product development environments and prototype programs.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Successful candidates typically come from environments where precision, speed, innovation, and engineering excellence are critical. Backgrounds in aerospace, launch systems, motorsport, advanced manufacturing, or other high-performance engineering sectors are highly valued.

What You'll Receive

  • Opportunity to work on industry-leading engineering programs.

  • Exposure to cutting-edge technology and product development.

  • Collaborative team environment.

  • Competitive compensation package.

  • Career growth within a rapidly expanding engineering organization.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7867
  • Salary: NON 95,000

An innovative space technology company is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support the development and production of next-generation robotic, mobility, and aerospace systems designed for extreme environments. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, mission-driven organisation focused on advancing human exploration while delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions.

The successful candidate will play a key role in developing, implementing, and optimising manufacturing processes for complex, high-reliability hardware. Working cross-functionally with engineering, supply chain, quality, and production teams, you will help bridge design and manufacturing to ensure products are built efficiently, reliably, and at scale.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement manufacturing processes for complex mechanical and electromechanical assemblies.
  • Partner with design engineering teams to integrate Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Test (DFT) principles throughout product development.
  • Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process specifications, and assembly procedures.
  • Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions related to manufacturing issues, non-conformances, and product failures.
  • Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and assembly methodologies for precision-engineered hardware.
  • Support prototype development and early-stage production builds.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to qualify manufacturing processes and improve product quality and consistency.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, quality enhancement, and production efficiency.
  • Plan and execute manufacturing readiness activities and support production ramp-up strategies.
  • Contribute to the development of scalable manufacturing capabilities for future growth.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • 7–10 years' experience in manufacturing engineering within aerospace, automotive, robotics, advanced mobility, defence, or other high-reliability industries.
  • Proven experience developing and implementing manufacturing processes for complex assemblies.
  • Strong understanding of engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and technical documentation.
  • Experience working within regulated quality environments (AS9100, ISO 9001, or equivalent).
  • Knowledge of structured problem-solving and root cause analysis methodologies (8D, RCCA, Fishbone, etc.).
  • Experience with additive manufacturing and advanced production technologies.
    Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks or equivalent.

  • Hands-on experience with machining, fabrication, assembly, or production operations.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, evolving environment with shifting priorities.
  • Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem solving and execution.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced manufacturing engineer to contribute to pioneering technology programmes at the forefront of advanced engineering and exploration. You'll work alongside multidisciplinary teams, solve complex manufacturing challenges, and help bring innovative products from concept through production in a highly collaborative and mission-focused environment.

Senior Autonomy Engineer – State Estimation

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7866
  • Salary: NON 180,000

Senior Autonomy Engineer – State Estimation

Are you passionate about building the autonomy systems that will power the next generation of robotic exploration?

We're partnering with an innovative aerospace company developing advanced autonomous vehicles and robotic systems for future lunar exploration missions. As a Senior Autonomy Engineer – State Estimation, you'll play a critical role in developing the navigation, localization, and sensor fusion technologies that enable autonomous vehicles to safely operate in some of the most challenging environments imaginable.

This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of robotics, autonomy, aerospace, and AI while helping shape the future of human and robotic exploration beyond Earth.

The Opportunity

As a technical leader within the autonomy team, you'll own the development of state estimation systems that underpin vehicle mobility, navigation, autonomy, safety, and mission operations.

You'll be responsible for architecting and delivering the full state estimation stack, including local state propagation, global localization, sensor fusion, fault detection, and uncertainty management for autonomous robotic platforms operating in GPS-denied environments.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead the design and development of vehicle state estimation architectures

  • Develop and validate advanced state filters including:

    • Extended Kalman Filters (EKF)

    • Unscented Kalman Filters (UKF)

    • Factor graph optimization methods

    • Probabilistic localization techniques

  • Design global and relative localization solutions

  • Fuse data from multiple onboard and external sensing systems

  • Define estimator interfaces, timing requirements, covariance structures, and data products

  • Develop observability analyses, consistency monitoring, and fault detection strategies

  • Lead performance validation through simulation, field testing, and operational analysis

  • Collaborate with sensor, systems, controls, and autonomy teams on calibration, latency management, and fault tolerance

  • Investigate anomalies and perform root cause analysis during integration and operational testing

  • Support field testing and vehicle validation campaigns

  • Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across autonomy initiatives

  • Stay current with emerging technologies in robotics, navigation, localization, and autonomous systems

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Robotics, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field

  • 5+ years of experience developing state estimation systems for robotics, autonomous vehicles, aerospace, or related industries

  • Deep understanding of:

    • State estimation theory

    • Uncertainty propagation

    • Observability analysis

    • Probabilistic filtering techniques

  • Hands-on experience with:

    • EKF

    • UKF

    • Factor graph optimization

    • Smoothing-based estimation methods

  • Experience with localization in complex or unstructured environments

  • Strong programming skills in C++ and Python

  • Experience working with ROS and robotic software frameworks

  • Proven ability to lead technical efforts and mentor engineers

  • U.S. Person status required

Preferred Experience

  • GPS-denied navigation systems

  • Planetary robotics or autonomous vehicle platforms

  • Terrain-relative navigation and terrain matching

  • Image-based localization techniques

  • Sensor fusion for complex robotic systems

  • Control system integration

  • Fault management architectures

  • Long-duration autonomous operations

  • Simulation and validation toolchains

  • Graduate degree in Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related disciplines

Why Join?

  • Develop autonomy systems for vehicles operating in environments where GPS doesn't exist

  • Solve some of the most challenging navigation and localization problems in industry

  • Work alongside experts in robotics, aerospace, software, and systems engineering

  • Influence vehicle architecture from concept through deployment

  • See your work transition from simulation and testing into real-world mission operations

  • Join a fast-moving engineering organization where technical contributions directly impact mission success

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and equity opportunities

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Generous PTO package

  • Paid holidays

  • Parental leave

  • Professional development and educational reimbursement

  • Opportunity to work on technologies helping define the future of autonomous exploration

If you're excited by state estimation, sensor fusion, localization, and autonomous robotics—and want to apply those skills to some of the most ambitious engineering challenges in the world—we'd love to speak with you.

Senior Systems Administrator – IT Engineer

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7860
  • Salary: NON 120,000

Senior Systems Administrator

Are you excited by the idea of supporting the infrastructure behind the next generation of space exploration?

We're partnered with an innovative aerospace company developing advanced space robotics, autonomous vehicles, and lunar mobility technologies that will play a key role in humanity's return to the Moon and beyond. As the company continues to scale, they're looking for a Senior Systems Administrator to help design, build, and maintain the critical infrastructure that supports engineering, manufacturing, and mission operations.

This is an opportunity to join a fast-moving, mission-driven environment where your work directly enables groundbreaking aerospace programs.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Senior Systems Administrator, you'll work closely with IT and Security leadership to manage and improve a modern hybrid infrastructure environment across cloud, on-premise, and enterprise platforms.

Responsibilities include:

  • Managing and supporting enterprise backup solutions

  • Maintaining and optimizing VMware ESXi environments

  • Designing, deploying, and supporting Microsoft Azure infrastructure

  • Managing SharePoint Online and associated integrations

  • Supporting multi-cluster Kubernetes environments

  • Collaborating with security teams to implement and maintain compliance controls

  • Supporting NIST 800-171 and NIST 800-53 aligned environments

  • Managing complex Okta deployments and identity solutions

  • Designing and implementing Okta Flows

  • Supporting escalated technical issues alongside service desk and endpoint teams

  • Automating infrastructure and operational workflows through scripting

  • Supporting multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

  • Participating in occasional after-hours and weekend support when required

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, DevOps, Computer Science, or equivalent experience

  • 4+ years of Systems Administration or Infrastructure Engineering experience

  • 2+ years of broader IT experience

  • Azure Fundamentals certification

  • Experience managing Azure, AWS, and VMware/ESXi environments

  • Familiarity with NIST security frameworks

  • Strong Linux and shell scripting knowledge

  • Proficiency with Bash, Python, and PowerShell

  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

  • Self-motivated and comfortable working in a dynamic environment

  • U.S. Person status required

Preferred Experience

  • Azure Administrator Associate certification

  • Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code experience

  • Aerospace, defense, or highly regulated industry experience

  • Multi-site network administration

  • Windows Server administration

  • Multi-tenant Microsoft 365 environments

  • Hybrid Active Directory environments

  • MacOS administration

  • Intune and Jamf Pro MDM platforms

  • Kubernetes production environments

Why This Opportunity?

  • Support programs helping shape the future of space exploration

  • Work alongside engineers building real flight hardware and autonomous systems

  • Join a collaborative team where infrastructure is viewed as mission-critical

  • Gain exposure to cutting-edge cloud, security, and enterprise technologies

  • Make a tangible impact within a rapidly growing aerospace organization

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and equity opportunities

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Generous PTO package

  • Paid holidays

  • Parental leave

  • Professional development and educational reimbursement

  • Opportunity to work on some of the most exciting aerospace programs in development today

If you're passionate about infrastructure, automation, cloud technologies, and supporting missions that push the boundaries of what's possible, we'd love to hear from you.

Manufacturing Engineer – Mechanisms

  • Location: Midland Intl, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7859
  • Salary: NON 120,000

Mechanisms Manufacturing Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Mechanisms Engineer to support the assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) of advanced aerospace and high-reliability mechanical systems. The successful candidate will work in a hands-on engineering environment, collaborating closely with design, test, manufacturing, and production teams to ensure successful build, qualification, and delivery of complex mechanical assemblies and subsystems.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing & Integration Support

  • Provide manufacturing and test engineering support during product build, integration, and verification activities.
  • Support assembly, integration, and qualification efforts for mechanical systems and subsystems.
  • Collaborate with production teams to resolve manufacturing issues and improve build processes.
  • Provide feedback to design engineering teams to optimize manufacturability, assembly flow, cost, and production efficiency.

Testing & Verification

  • Plan, perform, and lead component-, assembly-, and subsystem-level testing activities.
  • Develop testing requirements, procedures, tooling, fixtures, and support equipment.
  • Support environmental and qualification testing activities, including vibration, shock, thermal, and mechanical performance testing.
  • Analyze test results and generate detailed technical reports documenting findings and recommendations.

Engineering & Analysis

  • Participate in design reviews, engineering studies, and trade-off analyses to determine optimal assembly, integration, and test strategies.
  • Execute engineering analyses using sound engineering principles while adhering to company standards and program requirements.
  • Support continuous improvement efforts through design refinements and lessons learned from testing and production activities.

Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement

  • Investigate anomalies, failures, and non-conformances during manufacturing and testing activities.
  • Perform root-cause investigations and support corrective and preventive action implementation.
  • Drive resolution of technical issues through cross-functional collaboration.
  • Contribute to iterative design improvements based on production and test feedback.

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Experience

  • Minimum 2–5 years of experience supporting mechanical system assembly, integration, testing, manufacturing, or product development within aerospace, defence, automotive, industrial, robotics, or other high-reliability industries.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with precision mechanical systems, deployment mechanisms, actuators, hinges, latches, motion-control systems, or similar hardware.
  • Familiarity with root cause and corrective action (RCCA) methodologies and non-conformance resolution processes.
  • Working knowledge of ECAD/MCAD integration, configuration management, and product lifecycle management (PLM/PDM) systems.
  • Experience supporting vibration, shock, thermal, or environmental qualification test campaigns.
  • Understanding of cleanroom operations, contamination control, or controlled manufacturing environments.
  • Familiarity with industry quality and workmanship standards such as AS9100, IPC, ECSS, NASA, ISO, or equivalent regulated-industry requirements.
  • Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or related continuous improvement certification is advantageous.

Soft Skills

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Proven problem-solving ability and ownership mindset.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Self-motivated and proactive approach to engineering challenges.

Technical Tools & Software

CAD & Design Tools

  • Autodesk Inventor
  • SolidWorks
  • Siemens NX
  • Creo
  • Equivalent 3D CAD platforms

Engineering & Analysis Tools

  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software experience is beneficial.

Data & Configuration Management

  • Product Data Management (PDM) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
  • Engineering documentation and configuration control tools.

General Software

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).

Test & Data Acquisition

  • Experience with LabVIEW or similar data acquisition and test automation platforms is preferred.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work hands-on with engineering hardware, test equipment, tooling, and precision instruments.
  • Ability to lift and move items up to 25 lbs (11 kg).
  • Flexibility to support occasional extended hours when required to meet project milestones.
  • Willingness to support alternative shift patterns, including evenings or weekends, when operational needs require.

Harness Manufacturing Engineer

  • Location: Midland Intl, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7858
  • Salary: NON 120,000

Harness Manufacturing Engineer

Position Summary

The Harness Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and supporting the production of electrical harnesses and cable assemblies for high-reliability aerospace, defence, and advanced technology systems. This role ensures harnesses are designed, manufactured, and tested to meet stringent quality and performance requirements while continuously improving production efficiency, repeatability, and product reliability.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Engineering Support

  • Develop and maintain harness assembly processes, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation, including routers, travelers, and assembly drawings.
  • Support design-to-production transitions by reviewing harness schematics, layouts, and technical documentation for manufacturability and reliability.
  • Define and select tooling, equipment, materials, and manufacturing methods required for harness production.
  • Drive improvements in harness routing, termination, installation, and assembly practices.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure design solutions align with manufacturing capabilities and production objectives.

Production Support

  • Provide hands-on manufacturing support during harness assembly, integration, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
  • Establish and optimize assembly sequences, fixtures, and jigs to ensure consistent, repeatable, and high-quality production.
  • Investigate manufacturing issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
  • Support production readiness reviews and continuous process improvement initiatives.

Testing & Quality Assurance

  • Develop and implement electrical continuity, insulation resistance, and functional test procedures using automated harness test equipment.
  • Ensure all assemblies comply with applicable workmanship, quality, and industry standards.
  • Review and approve First Article Inspections (FAIs) and support quality audits and compliance activities.
  • Work closely with quality teams to ensure product conformity and traceability requirements are maintained.

Process Improvement & Configuration Management

  • Lead continuous improvement projects focused on increasing production efficiency, reducing cost, and improving product quality.
  • Maintain configuration control of harness designs, tooling, manufacturing processes, and production documentation.
  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations teams to support efficient production flow and issue resolution.
  • Support implementation of lean manufacturing and operational excellence initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline; equivalent industry experience may also be considered.
  • 3+ years of experience in harness, cable assembly, or electro-mechanical manufacturing within aerospace, defence, transportation, industrial, or other high-reliability industries.
  • Strong understanding of harness design principles, electrical schematics, technical drawings, and 3D CAD systems such as CATIA, Creo, or SolidWorks.
  • Familiarity with industry workmanship and quality standards applicable to harness manufacturing.
  • Hands-on experience with crimping, soldering, wire preparation, cable routing, connector assembly, and electrical integration activities.
  • Experience utilizing automated harness testing equipment and electrical verification systems.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced, quality-driven manufacturing environment.

Preferred Skills & Experience

  • Experience supporting complex aerospace, defence, transportation, or other high-reliability hardware programs.
  • Knowledge of harness design, routing, and integration within 3D design environments.
  • Understanding of electrical interconnect materials, including wires, connectors, shielding solutions, backshells, sleeving, and protective materials.
  • Experience supporting products through development, qualification, and production phases.
  • Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or equivalent continuous improvement certification.

Power Systems Engineer

  • Location: Lanham, Maryland
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7857
  • Salary: NON 150,000

Senior Power Systems Engineer 
Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Power Systems Engineer with expertise in Power Integrity (PI) to support the development of advanced, high-performance electrical systems for aerospace, defence, communications, and other mission-critical applications.

In this role, you will be part of a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for the complete lifecycle of electrical power systems, from requirements development and architecture definition through design, verification, testing, operational support, and anomaly resolution. You will play a key role in ensuring robust power delivery, system reliability, and overall electrical performance in complex, high-reliability environments.

Key Responsibilities

System Architecture & Requirements

  • Develop and maintain unit- and subsystem-level technical requirements.
  • Lead engineering trade studies, architecture development activities, and interface definition efforts.
  • Support system-level integration activities and ensure alignment between electrical, mechanical, and software disciplines.
  • Contribute to system design reviews and technical decision-making processes.

Design & Analysis

  • Support detailed electrical design activities, including review and development of:
    • Schematics
    • PCB layouts
    • Technical drawings
    • Bills of materials (BOMs)
  • Perform electrical and power system analyses, including:
    • Power Integrity (PI)
    • Transient analysis
    • Worst-case circuit analysis
    • Derating analysis
    • Voltage drop analysis
    • Grounding and bonding analysis
  • Conduct DC, AC, and transient PI assessments, including:
    • IR drop analysis
    • Impedance target validation
    • Load-step response analysis
    • Resonance identification and mitigation
  • Develop and optimize decoupling strategies using bulk, ceramic, and embedded capacitance solutions across multiple frequency ranges.
  • Analyze and improve Power Distribution Network (PDN) performance and robustness.

Verification & Validation

  • Define and execute PDN validation plans, including:
    • Impedance measurements
    • Load-step testing
    • Noise characterization
    • Performance verification
  • Plan and lead acceptance, qualification, and verification testing activities.
  • Develop test procedures, support equipment requirements, and test documentation.
  • Oversee test execution and generate detailed technical reports.

Operational Support & Problem Solving

  • Lead failure investigations and support root-cause analysis activities.
  • Investigate electrical anomalies identified during development, testing, manufacturing, or operational phases.
  • Support corrective action implementation and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Review operational performance data and provide technical recommendations for system improvements.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Strong understanding of electrical power system architecture, design, and analysis.
  • Familiarity with power system components such as:
    • Batteries
    • Power conversion hardware
    • Power distribution systems
    • Electrical interconnects and harnessing
    • Renewable or distributed power generation technologies
  • Experience with Power Distribution Network (PDN) simulation and analysis tools such as:
    • Keysight PIPro
    • Cadence Sigrity
    • Ansys SIwave
    • SPICE-based simulation environments
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated experience leading technical projects, work packages, or engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3–7 years of experience in electrical power systems design, development, and verification within aerospace, defence, telecommunications, semiconductor, automotive, energy, or other high-reliability industries.
  • Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, ideally with a focus on Power Electronics, Power Systems, or Electrical Energy Conversion.
  • Experience developing and validating complex Power Distribution Networks (PDNs).
  • Knowledge of high-reliability electronics design methodologies and industry standards.
  • Experience supporting products through development, qualification, production, and operational deployment phases.
  • Familiarity with mission-critical or safety-critical electrical systems.

Key Skills

  • Power Integrity (PI)
  • PDN Design & Optimization
  • Signal & Power Analysis
  • Electrical System Architecture
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • System Verification & Validation
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Technical Problem Solving
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation