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Salient Motion

Wire Harness Design Engineer

Torrance, CA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Perform wire harness design for aerospace actuation systems on complex programs, from schematic through manufacturing release. * Develop and maintain harness documentation including schematics, wire ...

Salient Motion

Wire Harness Design Engineer

Torrance, CA

$90K - $110K/yr

Perform wire harness design for aerospace actuation systems on complex programs, from schematic through manufacturing release. * Develop and maintain harness documentation including schematics, wire ...

Viasat, Inc.

Wire Harness Design Engineer

Carlsbad, CA

$149K - $224K/yr

What you'll do Viasat is looking for Wire Harness Designers to join our outstanding team! In this multifaceted role, you will be responsible for the design of cables and harnesses, including all ...

ALTEN Technology USA

Wire Harness Engineer

Berkeley, CA

$115K - $135K/yr

You will be part of a rapidly growing team responsible for PCBA design, component selection, wire harness designs, and validation testing. Ideally, the harness engineer should have exposure to a ...

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Wire Harness Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$125K - $225K/yr

We are looking for an Electrical Hardware Engineer to support the design, development, and integration of wire harness and electrical interconnect systems for humanoid robotic platforms. This role ...

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Wire Harness Engineer

San Jose, CA

$125K - $225K/yr

We are looking for an Electrical Hardware Engineer to support the design, development, and integration of wire harness and electrical interconnect systems for humanoid robotic platforms. This role ...

Vast

Senior Harness Design Engineer

Long Beach, CA

$109K - $147K/yr

Vast is looking for a Harness Design Engineer, reporting to the Senior Manager, Harness Design to ... Develop the electro-mechanical design of flight wire harnesses for the Haven space station.

SpaceX

Harness Design Engineer (Starshield)

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$115K - $140K/yr

Perform R&D investigations and trade studies to push wire harness design to new boundaries in terms of reliability, mass, and cost savings at the satellite level * Demonstrate extreme ownership of ...

ALTEN Technology USA

Wire Harness Engineer

Berkeley, CA · On-site

$115K - $135K/yr

You will be part of a rapidly growing team responsible for PCBA design, component selection, wire harness designs, and validation testing. Ideally, the harness engineer should have exposure to a ...

ALTEN Technology USA

Wire Harness Engineer

Berkeley, CA

$115K - $135K/yr

You will be part of a rapidly growing team responsible for PCBA design, component selection, wire harness designs, and validation testing. Ideally, the harness engineer should have exposure to a ...

Vast

Senior Harness Design Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$135K - $190K/yr

Design and analyze complex electrical architectures and wire harness systems, including development of detailed wiring diagrams, connector layouts, and system integration documentation for multi ...

Keltia Design

WH DE Linkedin-Apr 2024

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Electrical Wire Harness (System Integration) - Feb 2024-1909 - Remote work, CA We have an immediate opening for an Electrical Wire Harness Design Engineer with our client in Los Angeles area in CA ...

Slope

Senior Wire Harness Design Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$146 - $194/hr

Act as lead Wire Harness Design Engineer for R&D teams * Provide the engineering expertise to design, fabricate and integrate harnesses systems and represent the harness discipline on a project

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for wire harness design in California is $49.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.34 and $56.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a wire harness design?

A Wire Harness Design job involves creating electrical wiring systems that connect various components in vehicles, machinery, or electronic devices. Designers use CAD software to develop schematics, select appropriate wires and connectors, and ensure compliance with industry standards. They collaborate with engineers and manufacturers to optimize functionality, reliability, and ease of assembly. This role requires knowledge of electrical systems, material specifications, and routing constraints to create efficient designs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in wire harness design, and why are they important?

To excel in Wire Harness Design, candidates need a strong grasp of electrical engineering principles, schematic reading, and hands-on experience with harness layout, often supported by a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering. Familiarity with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software such as AutoCAD Electrical, CATIA, or E3.series, along with certifications in IPC/WHMA-A-620 or similar standards, is highly beneficial. Excellent problem-solving abilities, collaboration skills, and attention to detail help designers work effectively with cross-functional teams and ensure high-quality results. These skills are crucial to producing reliable, manufacturable harnesses that meet safety, quality, and industry requirements.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in wire harness design?

As a Wire Harness Designer, your typical day involves creating and updating wiring diagrams, developing detailed CAD models, and coordinating with engineers to ensure all electrical and mechanical interfaces are compatible. You'll often review design specifications, select appropriate materials and connectors, and interact with manufacturing teams to address production challenges. Collaboration is key, as you may also meet with quality engineers, testing teams, and project managers to ensure the harness meets all regulatory and safety requirements. This role offers a combination of technical design work and teamwork, allowing you to see your designs come to life in real-world products.

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Wire Harness Design Engineer

Salient Motion

Torrance, CA • On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

**Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) to meet customer and regulatory requirements**
Who We Are
We are pioneering modular motion technologies to power the next generation of innovation for Industrial, Aerospace and Defense. If you're excited about disrupting legacy industries, and passionate about building the financial infrastructure behind cutting-edge hardware, let's chat!
We are at the forefront of innovation, crafting exclusive motion control components that propel the industrial, aerospace, and defense sectors into the future.
A couple other things:
  • We offer a lot of autonomy
  • We like to run lean for impact
  • We have great benefits
  • We are well funded, and already generating revenue
  • We're currently in Torrance, CA, but will be moving into a new facility in Hawthorne, CA in the summer!

What you'll do:
This engineer will own electrical interconnect design across our actuation product lines, with primary focus on our production aerospace power electronics and actuation systems. This role bridges design, qualification, and production. You will perform harness design on complex programs end-to-end, author functional test procedures, support qualification testing, and work with suppliers to drive integration and first article inspection.
This is a hands-on role for an engineer who wants to work on full-stack hardware in a fast-moving environment with potential customer-facing opportunities. You will work closely with our electrical hardware engineering, motor control, and mechanical engineering teams, and will interface directly with seat OEM customers during ITCM and with DERs during qualification and certification.
  • Perform wire harness design for aerospace actuation systems on complex programs, from schematic through manufacturing release.
  • Develop and maintain harness documentation including schematics, wire lists, drawings, and bills of material.
  • Author functional test procedures for harness assemblies and integrated systems.
  • Support qualification testing, including DO-160 environmental, MIL-STD-461 EMI/EMC, and program-specific qualification plans.
  • Work with suppliers to oversee initial build, first article inspection (AS9102), and production readiness.
  • Own supplier technical qualification and ongoing supplier engineering support for harness assemblies.
  • Collaborate with DERs during qualification and certification activities.
  • Partner with motor control, firmware, and mechanical engineering teams to ensure harness design integrates cleanly with the broader system.
  • Drive design for manufacturability, cost, and reliability across the harness portfolio.
  • Up to 35% travel (domestic/international customer and supplier sites).

What you need:
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related engineering field. Equivalent professional experience considered in lieu of degree.
  • Minimum 3 years of professional experience in commercial aerospace wire harness design.
  • Experience authoring functional test procedures and supporting qualification testing.
  • U.S. Person status as defined under ITAR/EAR.

Nice to have:
  • Aircraft seat program experience (major plus, potential difference-maker).
  • Experience designing harnesses with Rapid Harness, or equivalent electrical CAD tools such as Mentor Capital, Zuken E3, or Creo Schematics.
  • Experience supporting AS9102 first article inspection for suppliers and/or customers.
  • Direct experience with Boeing D6 series wiring standards and the Airbus equivalent (such as ABD0100 or A350 wiring standards).
  • Familiarity with CAN bus and matrix communication architectures.
  • Experience working with DERs through certification.
  • Prior experience in a startup or fast-moving product development environment.

What we have to offer:
We are not just building components. We are reshaping the future of the Aerospace and Defense component industry, which is a $300B+ market! Come join us and help build next generation systems that will make a massive impact at global scale.
  • Competitive compensation: $90,000 to $110,000 base salary + equity
  • Exceptional healthcare benefits - Medical is 100% covered by the company
  • Life Insurance (2x Salary) 100% covered by the company
  • Flexible PTO, 401K, Financial Wellness Resources, and more

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