Zachary Piper Solutions
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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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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