Full-Time

Avionics Harness Design Engineer

Mid

Posted on 12/17/2024

Apex

Apex

51-200 employees

Manufactures customizable ESPA class satellites

Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$125k - $155kAnnually

Mid, Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Los Angeles.

Category
Avionics
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
Altium

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Experience
Requirements
  • U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in electrical harness design for aerospace, space systems, or related industries.
  • Familiarity with aerospace materials, components, and space-rated systems.
  • Strong understanding of electrical design principles, including grounding, shielding, power distribution, and signal integrity.
  • Proficiency in using electrical CAD tools (e.g., Altium, Rapid Harness) and mechanical CAD tools (e.g., NX, PLM in Teamcenter).
  • Experience with harness manufacturing processes, including vendor interaction, prototyping, and production support.
  • Knowledge of spaceflight standards (e.g., NASA, ESA) and quality compliance requirements (e.g., IPC/WHMA-A-620, MIL-STD-810).
  • Ability to interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings with a keen attention to detail.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Responsibilities
  • Develop detailed designs for electrical harnesses, including wiring diagrams, schematics, and 3D routing models.
  • Select suitable connectors, wires, and shielding materials specifically designed for space environments.
  • Work closely with the systems and mechanical engineering teams to ensure harness designs meet system requirements and space system integration needs.
  • Perform electrical analyses, including voltage drop, signal integrity, and thermal effects, to validate harness performance.
  • Ensure that all designs comply with EMI/EMC requirements and meet spaceflight standards such as NASA, ESA, and other aerospace-specific requirements.
  • Conduct thorough environmental assessments to ensure the electrical harnesses are suited for the extreme conditions of space, including thermal, radiation, and mechanical stresses.
  • Develop comprehensive test plans and procedures for harness qualification, acceptance, and environmental testing.
  • Collaborate with testing teams to validate harness designs under simulated space conditions, such as thermal vacuum, vibration, and radiation testing.
  • Address any performance issues identified during testing and implement design improvements as necessary.
  • Generate detailed design documentation, including Bill of Materials (BOMs), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and manufacturing drawings.
  • Ensure all designs meet relevant aerospace standards and regulations, such as IPC/WHMA-A-620, MIL-STD-810, and NASA-STD-8739.4.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for design iterations, compliance checks, and testing results.
  • Work closely with systems engineers, mechanical engineers, integration teams, and manufacturing teams to ensure harness designs align with overall system goals and integration requirements.
  • Support harness installation, integration, troubleshooting, and problem resolution during spacecraft assembly and testing phases.

Apex Space manufactures ESPA class satellites, particularly the Aries satellite bus, which is suitable for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and other missions. They cater to clients in the aerospace and defense sectors, providing customizable satellite solutions for Earth observation, communications, and scientific research. Apex Space differentiates itself with guaranteed on-time delivery, high reliability, and transparent pricing. Their goal is to lead in spacecraft manufacturing by offering dependable satellite solutions for a variety of space missions.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$115.3M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2022

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

-39%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Apex raised $95 million to increase satellite bus production for national security customers.
  • Toyota Ventures invested in Apex to reduce costs and lead times for satellites.
  • Apex's partnership with Anduril advances space capabilities for the U.S. and partners.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from emerging satellite bus manufacturers could erode Apex's market share.
  • Rapid technological advancements may render Apex's current offerings obsolete.
  • Potential supply chain disruptions could delay production timelines for Apex.

What makes Apex unique

  • Apex specializes in ESPA class satellites, ranging from 40 to 400 kilograms.
  • The Aries satellite bus supports LEO, MEO, GEO, and deep space missions.
  • Apex guarantees on-time delivery, high reliability, and transparent pricing.

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401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Parental Leave

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