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Cesium Astro

Wire Harness Design Engineer II

Austin, TXfull-timemidAdded today

About this role

CesiumAstro seeks a Wire Harness Design Engineer II to design critical power, digital, analog, and RF interconnects for satellite and aerospace systems. You'll own the complete harness design lifecycle—from specifications through integration—collaborating closely with electrical and mechanical engineers in a dynamic startup environment.

What you'll do

  • Design and develop wire harness schematics, cable routing, and connector selections for space and airborne platforms
  • Create harness assembly drawings and technical documentation for manufacturing and integration
  • Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and assembly teams to ensure design feasibility and performance
  • Conduct and participate in design reviews, providing technical recommendations for reliability and optimization
  • Support integration and test phases, troubleshooting harness-related issues
  • Own the full design process from initial specifications through final validation

What they're looking for

  • Wire harness and interconnect design
  • Schematic development and cable routing
  • Connector selection and specification
  • RF, analog, and digital signal integrity knowledge
  • CAD software proficiency (specific tools not specified)
  • Design documentation and technical drawing creation
  • Cross-functional collaboration and communication
  • Aerospace/space systems design experience
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Cesium Astro

Cesium Astro develops advanced hardware and systems for aerospace applications including satellites, UAVs, and rocket propulsion platforms. The company is hiring for specialized engineering roles including FPGA engineers, wire harness designers, turbomachinery engineers, and software project engineers to support its satellite and spacecraft development.

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Likely interview questions

  • Walk us through your experience designing wire harnesses for power and signal distribution in complex systems.
  • How do you approach connector selection when balancing performance, reliability, and manufacturability?
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