Senior Harness Technician at Quantum Space

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $80,000 - $115,000Position: Senior Harness Technician Quantum SpaceLocation: Rockville, MDCommitment: Full-timeWho Were Looking ForQuantum Space is redefining spacecraft agility and integration through precision-built, high-performance hardware. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Harness Technician to lead the fabrication, testing, and validation of flight and ground electrical harnesses for our next-generation spacecraft.You will play a critical role in enabling safe, reliable interconnects across our electrical, propulsion, and communication systems. This is a hands-on role for a technician with deep experience in high-reliability harness manufacturing, testing, and build planning for complex flight hardware.Where Youll Make an ImpactFabricate and test electrical harness assemblies for flight and ground systems in accordance with spaceflight standards and quality specificationsBuild harnesses using MIL-STD D-Sub, Micro-D, and M38999 connectors with soldered, crimped, and spliced terminationsCollaborate with electrical, harness, and integration engineers to review drawings, schematics, BoMs, and work instructions for manufacturabilityLead development of test and inspection processes, including tooling, documentation, equipment selection, and technician trainingDevelop and refine process specs, work orders, and build templates for repeatable flight productionPerform hands-on inspections using pin retention testers, HiPot testers, and other diagnostics toolsIdentify and resolve non-conformances through root cause analysis and corrective/preventative actionsCreate and maintain build schedules aligned with overall spacecraft development milestonesSupport sourcing of flight parts, materials inventory, and harness lab/workspace organizationWhat It TakesMinimum 5 years of experience building and testing electrical harness assemblies for spaceflight programsExpertise with fabrication of harnesses using MIL-STD-grade connectors and backshellsFluent with aerospace wire prep, stripping, crimping (manual and pneumatic), splicing, and backshelltorquing processes per component specifications and harness drawing instructionsProficient with test equipment: digital multimeters, HiPot testers, oscilloscopes, power supplies, pin retention tools, etc.Strong understanding of build documentation and harness design review workflowsComfortable reading and interpreting schematics, harness drawings, and BoMsSelf-motivated, reliable, and capable of managing harness build activities with minimal supervisionCertified to NASA-STD-8739.4 for harness assemblyNice-to-Have ExperienceInstructor-level certification to NASA-STD-8739.4IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001, or IPC-7711/7721 certificationsExperience supporting rework/debug of dense PCBAs (0402, fine-pitch ICs)Familiarity with spacecraft data buses and interfaces (RS422/RS485, SpaceWire, Ethernet, SERDES, LVDS, CAN, Discrete IO, Cameralink)Experience managing or mentoring teams of technicians in a fast-paced environmentFamiliarity with ESD-safe handling procedures and cleanroom protocolsBackground supporting harness fabrication under AS9100D or similar QMS environmentsWhat Youll GetOwnership Drive harness build quality and standards for cutting-edge spacecraftInnovation Influence how electrical systems are integrated for maximum performance and reliabilityImpact Play a critical role in ensuring mission success through hands-on quality and craftsmanshipGrowth Be part of a mission-driven, technically elite environment with room to expand and leadCompensation Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, FSA, 401(k) matching, and equity sharingAdditional RequirementsTo comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.Apply now. Join us in wiring up the systems that power the future of space operations.