Electrical Harness Design Engineer (m/f/d)
Isar Aerospace SEOttobrunn, Bavaria, Germany · Posted 1 month agoDescription
Mission Brief
You will be an integral part of the Avionics, Guidance, Navigation & Control (AGNC) department, specifically the Harness & Structures team, that designs the complete Launch Vehicle harness in close collaboration with the in-house harnessing production team as well as all relevant stakeholders from other departments.
You will be the product owner of the Launch Vehicle Harnesses belonging to the next generation of our Launcher. You will own the lifecycle of it, manage associated interfaces and ensure delivery on time, budget and scope. Interdisciplinary tasks and fast paced R&D are your daily business, and you thrive in that kind of environment.
Your Role in Our Space Mission
- Carry out the electrical design of harnesses. Starting from the harness architecture through a complete electrical schematic
- Develop the harness architecture according to the Launcher requirements and design guidelines
- Own the design and configuration of Launch Vehicle harnesses
- Interpret system-level diagrams to ensure harness compatibility across subsystems
- Engineer harnesses with attention to pinning, shielding, routing, and EMI/EMC compliance
- Generate manufacturing files and documentation (e.g., BOMs, harness testing files, etc.)
- Track design changes and adapt harnesses accordingly
- Collaborate with stakeholders (structures, propulsion, sensor, actuator teams) to align interfaces and requirements
- Support integration and production activities, ensuring manufacturability and installation feasibility
- Collaborate in maintaining the sensor and actuator database up to date for harness integration consistency
Qualification Checklist
- BSc/MSc in Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
- Extensive experience in harness design, sizing, and documentation from concept to production
- Proficiency with SolidWorks Electrical, Capital, or similar tools is required
- Strong understanding of EMI/EMC challenges and mitigation strategies
- Ability to interpret system-level diagrams and wiring schematics
- Knowledge of harness manufacturability, installation, and maintenance considerations
- Experience with electrical testing methods for harness validation
- Effective communication and teamwork skills for cross-disciplinary collaboration
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken
Bonus Skills
- Familiarity with aerospace harnessing standards and practices
- Experience in RF harnessing applications
- Experience in CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens NX), including harnessing modules
- Experience in 3D harness design and routing, including bundling, clamping, and path definition
- Hands-on experience in harness assembly
Benefits
- Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program
- 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge
- Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period
- Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day
- Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket
- Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass)
- Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period
- Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allowance for your non-school-age children
- And Much More! Discover additional perks and benefits when you join our team
Who we are
We are Isar Aerospace and we are at the forefront of New Space building a modern space business to enable faster, better and cheaper access to space.
Our mission is to help democratise space and use it for good in order to improve life on Earth now and for the future generations.
We are a fast-growing company aiming to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations into Low Earth Orbit. The company is privately funded by world-leading technology investors with strong commitment and support and our team is made of driven and talented people with a real passion for space innovation.
We're making rockets in a way that hasn't been done before disrupting a traditional industry. If you are up for the challenge, want to work on cutting-edge projects and be part of a team changing the world for better, come, join us and launch your career!
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Disclaimer
Isar Aerospace SE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fairness and inclusivity. We do not prioritize any specific religion, gender, nationality, or background. Due to security clearance requirements, affiliations with countries listed under § 13 para. 1 no. 17 SÜG may affect the application process. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
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