3D Harness Engineer

Katalyst Description:

Katalyst is an American technology companyfocused on dynamic space operations.We are building a fleet ofdual-use multipurposerobotic space vehiclestocreate thefuture where maneuvering upgrading refuelingresupplyand exploration are as routine as they are on Earth. Getting to space and overcoming the gravity well is only half the story. What you do there is the future. We are not building the trains. We are building the machines that lay down the tracks. By developing the foundational capabilities that make sustained responsive operations possible we enable a new era of spaceexplorationthat strengthens national security and ensures freedom of action in an increasingly contested domain.

Katalyst Culture:

Working at Katalyst is intense hands-on and deeply rewarding. Youll take real ownership and see your work move from concept to operations in an environment where the problems are hard and the impact is real. We value humility craftsmanship and doing things the right way even when its harder. Youll work closely with thoughtful driven teammates who push each other to do their best.

What Youll Do

• Own spacecraft harness design and 3D routing of spacecraft harness translating electrical schematics and interconnect requirements into harness routing through integration and test.

• Develop detailed 3D harness routing models in SolidWorks including cables wires connectors backshells clamps and other harness hardware and maintain the associated routing libraries within a PDM-managed environment.

• Create parametric 3D models of harness and interconnect components including connectors backshells clamps brackets and other hardware. Develop accurate models from drawings specifications or physical hardware when existing CAD models are not available.

• Develop wire lists connector pin maps drawings and harness specifications while maintaining traceability between electrical design intent 3D routing and manufacturing documentation.

• Define harness architectures that meet electrical and environmental requirements including current capacity voltage drop grounding bonding shielding EMI/EMC thermal effects radiation exposure and space charging considerations.

• Work across electrical and mechanical teams to trade routing configurations and deliver reliable testable and cost-effective interconnect systems. Support qualification acceptance testing vehicle integration troubleshooting and design iteration.

What Were Looking For

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.

• 3 years of professional experience with 3D CAD harness routing and hands-on CAD library management.

• Expert-level proficiency with SolidWorks including 3D Routing parametric part and assembly modeling drawing detailing and SolidWorks PDM Professional.

• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical harness design principles including wire and cable selection connectorization pin mapping grounding shielding voltage drop controlled impedance and EMI/EMC considerations.

• Experience developing complex interconnect systems and translating wiring diagrams schematics and electrical requirements into complete 3D designs and manufacturing documentation.

Your Ideal Background

Preferred

• Experience designing harnesses for spacecraft aircraft robotics or similarly complex aerospace or electromechanical systems.

• Working knowledge of applicable harness workmanship and design standards.

• Experience with SolidWorks Electrical Schematic and bidirectional electrical-to-mechanical design workflows.

• Strong understanding of electrical failure modes and mitigation techniques including interference voltage drop thermal effects crosstalk grounding bonding and shield termination.

• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to wire harness design such as IPC/WHMA-A-620 and/or NASA-STD 8739.4A

• Experience automating harness design workflows using SQL Python or other scripting languages.

• Familiarity with radiation effects on avionics cabling and materials is a plus.

Additional Requirements: This role is expected to work primarily onsite in Broomfield Colorado and may occasionally require extended hours when urgent employee leadership or business needs arise.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills education and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $110000 - $125000 annually.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical vision and dental coverage and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130 which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information and as a result Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or national origin.