Satellite Harness Engineer

Satellite Harness Engineer

Infinite Orbits

Toulouse, France

About the Role

As a Satellite Harness Engineer for Infinite Orbits’ GEO satellite missions, you will define, design, and validate the satellite harness, ensuring proper functionality. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver a robust satellite harness that connects all electric components on a high-performance GEO Satellite. You will ensure full integration. and verification of the satellite harness throughout Assembly, Integration, and Testing phases.

Job Description

• Design & Development
  • Create wire lists, electrical harness layouts and schematics for Endurance satellites
  • Define wire routing, connector selection, shielding, and grounding strategies
  • Use CAD tools (like CATIA, SolidWorks) for harness routing and layout
• Subcontract Management
  • Work with a harness supplier in a technical capacity to ensure the timely delivery of the harness
• Integration
  • Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to ensure proper fit and function
  • Support installation of harnesses into satellite structures
• Analysis & Validation
  • Perform electrical and mechanical analysis (signal integrity, EMI/EMC, thermal, vibration)
  • Verify compliance with space standards (e.g., NASA, ESA, MIL-specs)
• Testing
  • Develop and execute test plans (continuity, insulation resistance, high-voltage testing)
  • Troubleshoot faults and implement corrective actions
• Documentation
  • Produce detailed manufacturing drawings, wiring lists, and test procedures
  • Maintain configuration control and traceability

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 5 Years Experience with wiring/harness design in aerospace or high-reliability industries
• Familiarity with standards like IPC/WHMA-A-620, MIL-STD-1553, or ECSS
• Proficiency in CAD such as Solid Works and Catia
• Strong understanding of:
  • Signal transmission and power distribution
  • EMI/EMC mitigation
  • Connector and cable technologies

Preferred experience

• Work on satellites, spacecraft, or avionics systems
• Cleanroom assembly experience
• Knowledge of space environment constraints (radiation, vacuum, thermal extremes)

Key Traits

• High attention to detail (small wiring errors can cause mission failure)
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work in cross-functional engineering teams