Wire Harness Design Engineer

The Ascent Group

• $80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of aircraft or aerospace wire harness design experience
  • Strong knowledge of EWIS rules, requirements, and design practices
  • Experience with CATIA for electrical or wire harness design
  • Preferred familiarity with 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX)
  • Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications
  • Strong problem-solving skills in a cross-functional environment

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop electrical wire harnesses for aircraft
  • Create and modify wire harness designs and associated documentation
  • Ensure compliance with EWIS requirements and aerospace standards
  • Collaborate with teams to resolve wiring and installation issues
  • Support design changes throughout aircraft development
  • Review designs for manufacturability and engineering compliance

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Impactful projects with leading-edge aerospace technologies
  • Potential for career advancement within the organization
Full Job Description
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience designing aircraft wire harnesses and a strong understanding of EWIS (Electrical Wiring Interconnection System) requirements and standards.
Responsibilities
  • Design and develop electrical wire harnesses and related aircraft wiring installations.
  • Create and modify wire harness designs, routing, drawings, and associated engineering documentation.
  • Ensure designs comply with applicable EWIS requirements, aerospace standards, and aircraft design practices.
  • Work with engineering, manufacturing, and other technical teams to resolve wiring and installation issues.
  • Support design changes, engineering updates, and configuration requirements throughout the aircraft development and modification process.
  • Review designs for manufacturability, installation, and compliance with engineering requirements.
Qualifications
  • Previous aircraft or aerospace wire harness design experience.
  • Strong working knowledge of EWIS rules, requirements, and design practices.
  • Experience with CATIA for electrical or wire harness design.
  • 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX) experience is preferred, but candidates with strong CATIA experience will also be considered.
  • Ability to interpret aircraft engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical requirements.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively within a cross-functional engineering environment.
Preferred Background
  • Experience supporting business jets, commercial aircraft, military aircraft, or other aerospace platforms.
  • Experience taking wire harness designs from initial layout through production and installation.
  • Familiarity with aircraft electrical systems and wiring installation requirements.

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