Cable Designer

Cable Designer (Electrical Interconnects) – Advanced R&D Programs

Hiring Organization: Connexion Systems & Engineering

• Duration: 3-year contract
• Pay rate: $65-$83/hour + benefits
• Job Location:
  
  Bedford, MA
• Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday, 1st shift, 100% onsite
• Job#: bh19245
• Security Clearance:
  Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance (interim clearance is sufficient to begin)

Are you an experienced Cable Designer with expertise in electrical interconnects, cable harnesses, and system-level wiring? We're seeking a skilled professional to support cutting‑edge engineering programs developing advanced technologies for aerospace, defense, and national security applications.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a multidisciplinary engineering team working on next‑generation prototype systems, including laser communications, optical sensors, radar systems, advanced electronics, and other mission‑critical technologies.

As a Cable Designer, you'll be responsible for designing and documenting complex electrical interconnect systems that support advanced prototype development from concept through fabrication and integration.

• Design and document cable and harness assemblies from engineering sketches, concepts, and technical requirements
• Create block diagrams, electrical schematics, cable drawings, wire diagrams, wire run lists, and fabrication documentation
• Perform design calculations to support cable routing and electrical interconnect designs
• Develop cable layouts, connector selections, and wiring configurations
• Prepare engineering release packages and revision documentation
• Support fabrication, assembly, and system integration activities
• Maintain cable configuration management throughout the product lifecycle
• Collaborate closely with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers on complex engineering programs
• Produce high-quality technical documentation while meeting project schedules

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or an Associate degree plus relevant experience, or Trade School education with significant electrical interconnect design experience
• 5+ years of cable design or electrical interconnect design experience
• Strong experience designing cable and harness assemblies
• Experience producing:
  • Electrical schematics
  • Cable drawings
  • Wire diagrams
  • Wire run lists
  • Fabrication documentation
• Experience performing basic electrical design calculations
• Knowledge of:
  • Connector selection
  • Wire sizing and wire types
  • Voltage drop considerations
  • Electro‑mechanical packaging
  • Electrical fabrication and assembly techniques
• Thorough understanding of cable fabrication standards and processes
• Experience with configuration management for cable designs
• Proficiency with Solid Works 3D CAD
• Strong communication, documentation, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams

• Experience with Solid Works Electrical
• Experience with Zuken
• Familiarity with Military, ASME, and IEEE standards
• Experience supporting prototype, aerospace, defense, or advanced engineering programs

• Medical insurance
• 10 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match