Senior Engineer, Design & Modeling - Harness

Role Overview

The Senior Engineer, Design & Modeling - Harness is responsible for assisting in the design, development, integration, and lifecycle management of electrical harnesses and related controls components for complex aerospace systems. This role partners with Controls Engineering and cross-functional Integrated Product Teams to develop robust, production-ready harness designs while ensuring compliance with system requirements, manufacturability, reliability, and performance objectives. The position provides technical leadership in harness design, supports product development activities, and drives engineering solutions throughout the product lifecycle.

WhatYou’llDo...

Assist with design and development of electrical harnesses, controls hardware, and related accessory components from concept through production

Develop complete harness design definitions including 3D routing models, 2D drawings, wiring diagrams, pinout documentation, and electronic design data

Own wire harness routing designs and flattened harness drawings using Siemens NX, Cameo, or similar engineering design tools

Define and select appropriate electrical components including connectors, cables, wires, shielding, backshells, and support hardware based on technical and environmental requirements

Create and maintain engineering documentation including interface control drawings, engineering change requests, configuration data, and lifecycle records

Collaborate with Controls Engineering, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and other Integrated Product Teams to resolve technical challenges and support design reviews

Analyze harness designs for manufacturability, reliability, maintainability, cost, weight, robustness, and system integration requirements

Support electrical system integration, fault management, test, and verification activities throughout the product lifecycle

Identify design improvements, lead technical problem-solving efforts, and support implementation of engineering changes

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers supporting wire harness design activities

Perform other duties as assigned

You have...

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution

Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 5 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience

Experience designing electrical harnesses, interconnect systems, or related electrical components for aerospace, propulsion, defense, or other highly regulated systems

Experience with electrical routing and systems engineering tools

Experience developing production-level harness models, drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation

Experience supporting aerospace, defense, propulsion, automotive, or other complex engineering product development environments

Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams through design, integration, testing, and production phases

Advanced understanding of electrical harness design principles, routing practices, and system integration requirements

Proficiency with CAD tools and engineering software used for 3D routing, modeling, and technical documentation

Strong understanding of electrical components including connectors, cables, wires, shielding, and installation hardware

Ability to interpret and translate system requirements into manufacturable engineering designs

Knowledge of configuration management, engineering change processes, and technical documentation standards

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex technical challenges

Ability to independently manage engineering tasks, priorities, and deliverables

Strong communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Ability to provide technical guidance and support to less experienced engineers

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice to have...

Experience using Siemens NX or Cameo

Experience with MIL-DTL-38999, D-sub, Molex, and other aerospace-grade connector systems

Experience applying EMI/EMC, grounding, bonding, and shielding requirements to electrical harness designs

Familiarity with aerospace standards including RTCA DO-160 and MIL-STD-461

Experience designing brackets, clamps, and support hardware for harness installations

Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and engineering drawing standards

Experience supporting electrical integration, troubleshooting, verification, and test activities

Experience owning harness designs through the full product lifecycle from concept through production support

If this sounds like you, please submit an application with your resume. This could be the opportunity you are looking for to expand your skills, contribute to a winning team, and work with talented people who love what they do and take pride in our mission.

In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is $125,000-$150,000 base salary. Please note that wage information is a general guideline only, and we will consider factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and market conditions when extending an offer.

Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match. Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.

Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.