Job Description



Work with Electrical and Mechanical engineers, for the execution, design, fabrication, test, and integration of ground and space based Electrical Harness and Wiring Assembly projects.



The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.




What You'll Do:

• Contribute to the entire lifecycle of the mechanical and electrical design for wire harness assemblies, from concept to implementation.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement standard practices and design approaches that ensure compliance with system-level requirements.


• Support design efforts for harness component selection.


• Create 3D mechanical routing models with proper support and packaging with adherence to requirements such as minimum bend radius and keep-out/keep-in zones.


• Create cable assembly drawings and electrical system diagrams for both flight and test equipment.


• Help develop harness support features and manufacturing aids.


• Support harness assembly, integration, and test activities.


• Participate in design reviews with key stakeholders to gather feedback for development and improvement of overall design, including lessons learned from previous efforts and best practices.


• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.


• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.


• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working
on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.




Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.


• May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.


• May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Required Skills and Education

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required.


• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.


• Interest in spacecraft harness design and electronics systems.


• Exceptional communication skills, excellent presentation skills, and ability to work with internal and external customers.

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A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.




Preferred Skills and Education

• Understanding how to read and create electrical schematics.


• Solidworks, Solidworks Routing and/or other 3D CAD software.


• AutoCAD.


• Microsoft Excel VBA background.


• Familiar with Harness workmanship standards.


• Experience with RF and fiber optic cabling.


• Experience with electrical test procedures.


• Resourcefulness and attention to detail.


• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities.


• Willingness to take ownership of tasks and ask questions when needed.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively with others.


• Experience designing harnesses for military or aerospace applications.

About BAE Systems, Inc.



BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.



Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.



This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.



Multiple positions may be available on this opening.