Associate Electrical Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer to join our team. This role involves working closely with senior engineers to design and test electrical harnesses for satellites and associated ground support equipment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace projects. 

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering teams to design, test, and support the integration of electrical harnesses for spacecraft and ground systems.
• Create detailed electrical schematics, select wiring, connectors, back shells, and other harness components, ensuring compliance with company and industry standards.
• Develop and execute test plans to verify functionality, reliability, and performance of electrical harness systems.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation procedures, analyze test data, and troubleshoot issues to meet design requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including interface control documents, system schematics, block diagrams, harness drawings, and installation procedures.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (power, RF, command and data handling, and other subsystems) to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems. 

Qualifications 

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. 

Experience:

A minimum of 0–2 years of industry experience or recent graduate with hands-on project experience. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of space environment and industry standards.
• Understanding of harness design principles, cable routing, shielding, and EMI/EMC considerations.
• Proficiency in CAD software for harness design (e.g., Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical, CATIA, Mentor Graphics).
• Experience with electrical simulation and analysis tools (e.g., SPICE, MATLAB).
• Prior experience in electrical harness design through internships, co-op programs, or academic projects related to aerospace engineering. 

Soft Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to think critically, propose creative solutions, and adapt to evolving project requirements.
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in documentation and design. 

Technology Stack

• CAD tools: Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical, CATIA, Mentor Graphics.
• Electrical simulation tools: SPICE, MATLAB.
• Familiarity with schematic capture tools. 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods.
• Occasional hands-on work with hardware in lab environments.

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.