Electronics Assembly Technician III - Wire Harness

Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

We are looking to add an Electronics Assembly Technician III - Wire Harness to our team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing leading-edge hardware for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems, we would like to hear from you.

As an Electronics Assembly Technician at Cesium Astro, you will be a key team member in ensuring the quality and delivery of our products meets our customer's expectations. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-reliability industries such as Aerospace, Automotive, or Medical devices. You must be responsive, flexible, and able to succeed in a fast-paced environment and be capable and motivated to build, repair and maintain an SMT circuit card and electronics final assemblies.

The Harness Technician is responsible for the precision assembly, routing, and termination of electrical wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and connectors for spaceflight and aerospace applications. This position requires current IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification with Space Addendum, strict adherence to aerospace quality standards, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate will take initiative to identify, prioritize, and complete tasks without waiting for step-by-step direction, and will assist in other technician functions as business needs require.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Fabricate, assemble, and route wire harnesses and cable assemblies per engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions.
• Perform wire cutting, stripping, crimping, soldering, lacing, and connector termination in compliance with IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 3 with Space Addendum, NASA-STD-8739, and other applicable aerospace standards.
• Route harnesses within assemblies, ensuring proper bend radius, strain relief, and clearance for moving parts.
• Conduct continuity, insulation resistance, and termination verification using appropriate test equipment.
• Inspect work for compliance with aerospace quality requirements and customer specifications.
• Document build progress, test results, and deviations according to company procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Proactively identify and initiate work when not directly assigned to ensure continuous progress on production and support activities.
• Assist in other technician areas such as mechanical assembly, test setup, and system integration when required.
• Collaborate with engineers, quality inspectors, and fellow technicians to troubleshoot issues and improve processes.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in electrical assembly preferred.
• Current IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification with Space Addendum required.
• 3+ years of experience in aerospace or other high-reliability harness assembly.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering documentation.
• Skilled in crimping, soldering, lacing, and harness routing to aerospace standards.
• Familiarity with ANSI/ESD S20.20-2021 and other spaceflight hardware standards.
• Strong manual dexterity, visual acuity, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and data entry.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
• Ability to sit, stand, and work with hands for extended periods.
• Lift up to 30 lbs as needed.
• Work in cleanroom or ESD-controlled environments when required.

CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.

CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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