Senior Manufacturing Interconnection Engineer, Connector, Harness & Cable

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. Lead interconnection assembly design for satellite modules and subsystems, including connector selection, harness routing, cable design, wire termination, backshell integration, and mechanical integration .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $156,802 - $219,522 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in interconnection assembly design, including connector selection, harness routing, and cable design, while applying DFX principles to optimize performance and reliability in high-volume production environments. Proficient in managing BOM procurement and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturing readiness and quality assurance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Interconnection DesignHarness/Cable EngineeringDFM, DFT, DFA, DFR PrinciplesHarness Design Tools (Capital, Zuken E3, SolidWorks Electrical)High-Reliability Connectors

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Hard Skills

Interconnection Assembly DesignConnector SelectionCable DesignWire TerminationContinuity TestingCrimpingSolderingPottingProcess ValidationReliability Prediction

Soft Skills

Technical DocumentationCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

CapitalZuken E3SolidWorks Electrical

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship or NationalityU.S. Permanent ResidencyLawful Admission to the U.S. as a Refugee or Asylee

Industry Keywords

High-Reliability ConnectorsSpace-Grade Wire and Harness StandardsIPC/WHMA-A-620NASA-STD-8739EMI/EMC ShieldingSignal IntegrityThermal-Vacuum Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead interconnection assembly design for satellite modules and subsystems, including connector selection, harness routing, cable design, wire termination, backshell integration, and mechanical integration
Own interconnection assembly process development for crimping, soldering, potting, strain relief, connectorization, continuity testing, and integration workflows
Manage connector, harness, and cable BOM procurement, vendor coordination, tolerance analysis, and assembly oversight
Drive first-article inspection, continuity and performance validation, process validation, and manufacturing readiness reviews for production ramp
Apply DFM, DFT, DFA, DFR, and DFS principles across the interconnection assembly lifecycle
Optimize connector selection, harness routing, wire gauge, termination methods, and assembly processes for yield and cost at constellation-scale volumes
Architect continuity test points, connector mating references, and automated test coverage for factory acceptance and in-field diagnostics
Simplify connector count, keying/polarization, routing, and termination methods to reduce assembly time, rework, and errors
Apply derating, worst-case analysis, FMEA, thermal-mechanical and vibration analysis, and reliability prediction
Coordinate connector and wire standardization, second-sourcing, and obsolescence mitigation with supply chain and manufacturing partners
Partner with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to define acceptance criteria, optimize yield, and support production ramp for TeraWave

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of experience in interconnection design, harness/cable engineering, or electromechanical assembly in a product development and volume production environment
Experience designing connector, harness, and cable assemblies with tight performance and reliability requirements
Proficiency in harness design tools such as Capital, Zuken E3, SolidWorks Electrical, or equivalent
Hands-on experience with crimping, soldering, potting, connectorization, continuity testing, and line bring-up
Demonstrated application of DFX principles, including DFM, DFT, DFA, and DFR, in bringing interconnection assemblies into volume production
Excellent technical documentation and communication skills
U.S. citizenship or nationality, U.S. permanent residency, or lawful admission to the U.S. as a refugee or asylee
Ability to pass Blue’s Standard Background Check
Preferred: Master's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
Preferred: 15+ years of relevant experience
Preferred: Experience with high-reliability connectors, high-speed/RF cabling, and space-grade wire and harness standards including IPC/WHMA-A-620 and NASA-STD-8739
Preferred: Experience with harness routing analysis, EMI/EMC shielding, and signal integrity
Preferred: Experience designing and manufacturing interconnection hardware for space, aviation, or high-reliability thermal-vacuum environments
Preferred: Experience with automated harness manufacturing, wire processing equipment, and test systems
Preferred: Production hardware background including DFX, process optimization, supply chain coordination, and yield optimization at scale
Preferred: Hands-on TVAC, vibration, and EMI/EMC qualification testing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results
Travel up to 50%