Harness Manufacturing Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Harness Manufacturing Engineer to help build the first space-based cellular broadband network directly accessible by everyday mobile phones. You would join our hands-on production team in Midland, TX, designing and fabricating the electrical harnesses that power our next-generation satellites. This is a dynamic, high-impact role for engineers who thrive in fast-paced, startup-energy environments and want their work to literally reach orbit.

This role is onsite in Midland, TX, and provides a generous relocation package.

Responsibilities of the Harness Manufacturing Engineer:

• Design and document wire harness layouts and schematics using Capital HarnessXC or SEE Electrical.

• Fabricate and assemble harnesses in cleanroom conditions—perform crimping, soldering, lacing, and pull-testing to IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards.

• Conduct root-cause analysis (RCA) of defects such as vibration-induced shorts, implementing corrective actions to achieve 97%+ yield.

• Support AIT (Assembly, Integration & Test) through EMI, thermal, and vibration testing of harnesses and subsystems.

• Create and maintain detailed manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and training materials.

• Collaborate with mechanical, power, and antenna teams to optimize harness routing for weight, thermal efficiency, and scalability.

• Contribute to process improvements enabling production of up to six satellites per month.

Qualifications for the Harness Manufacturing Engineer:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

• 3–7 years of hands-on experience in harness manufacturing, wiring assembly, or electrical integration.

• Proficiency in Capital HarnessXC, SEE Electrical, or similar CAD tools.

• Certified to IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards; experience in cleanroom environments.

• Demonstrated experience with crimping, routing, soldering, and pull-testing (100 lb tensile).

• Strong troubleshooting and process-improvement mindset with RCA familiarity.

• U.S. citizenship required. Willingness to relocate to Midland, TX.

• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Experience: Aerospace or satellite manufacturing, LEO or phased-array systems, Lean/Six Sigma.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $90,000 – $100,000 + RSUs (3-year vesting)

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Onsite schedule (4–5 days per week in Midland cleanrooms)

• Growth potential within AST’s rapidly expanding manufacturing team

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