Senior Mechanical Engineer – Wire Harness Design

Senior Mechanical Engineer – Wire Harness Design (Aerospace)

Location: Redmond, WA (Onsite)
Duration: 12-Month Contract

About the Role

We’re seeking an outstanding Mechanical Engineer with deep experience in aerospace wire harness design to support flight and test systems. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who combines strong technical and analytical skills with the ability to execute quickly and effectively in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment.

You will be responsible for developing 3D and 2D mechanical designs and schematics for wire harnesses used in both prototype and production-level aerospace systems, working closely with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.

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What You’ll Do

• Design and develop flight and test wire harnesses for aerospace systems

• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, and schematics to support design, manufacturing, and testing

• Support harness designs from prototype through production

• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, test, and manufacturing teams

• Ensure designs meet aerospace requirements including reliability, durability, and manufacturability

• Communicate design intent clearly through documentation and design reviews

• Track work and design changes using Agile tools such as JIRA and Confluence

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or equivalent

• Hands-on experience designing wire harnesses for aerospace flight and test systems

• Experience using ECAD tools for:

  • 3D modeling

  • 2D drafting

  • Schematic creation

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Experience working in an engineering environment using JIRA, Confluence, or similar Agile/project management tools

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Siemens NX for 3D modeling

• Experience with Siemens Capital for harness design and schematics

• Experience with Siemens Teamcenter or other PLM systems

• Background working in fast-paced aerospace, aviation, space, or defense programs

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Why This Role

• Work on flight-critical aerospace hardware

• High-ownership, hands-on engineering role

• Exposure to both prototype and production environments

• Opportunity to make a real impact on complex aerospace systems

• Long-term contract supporting active programs

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Work Environment

• Onsite role in Redmond, WA

• Collaborative, execution-focused engineering team

• Fast-moving environment where quality and speed both matter

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 42.00/hr.