General Dynamics Land Systems · 1 day ago
Harness Electrical Engineer
Sterling Heights, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expGeneral Dynamics Land Systems is a leading aerospace and defense company, and they are seeking a Harness Electrical Engineer to design and coordinate electrical wiring harness systems. The role involves ensuring compliance with standards, tracking design progress, and supporting fabrication and installation to deliver high-quality solutions.
AerospaceManufacturingMilitary
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Coordinate the harness design execution to support multiple products. This includes harness schematic maturity, harness routings, harness drawings, harness installations, harness interconnects, and harness electrical wiring diagrams
Lead the development and documentation of component and subsystem requirements for the electrical harness system. Design electrical wiring harnesses to include component selection for connectors, back shells, sleeving, braiding, sealants, boots, transitions, etc
This position will be determining harness layout through vehicle and branch points for multi-branch harnesses
Designing to environmental requirements for temperature, shock, vibration, submergence and exposure to harsh chemicals
Work directly in Capital Harness System (CHS) (aka Mentor Graphics) software, specifically in Harness XC, Capital Logic and Capital Topology
Developing harness components to meet key performance and timing targets by working collaboratively with Product Engineering, EMC, Systems Engineering, Packaging Analysis, Design Services, Planning, and Program teams
Works with Systems Engineers to define whole vehicle pin-level interconnect
Works with Physical Architects to define harness routing channels, space claims in the vehicle
Works with Systems Engineers to define whole vehicle pin-level interconnect
Works with Physical Architects to define harness routing channels, space claims in the vehicle
Works with Senior Engineers on the overall packaging design of harnesses and selection of components
Works with a team of engineers to accomplish program objectives
Responsible for tracking harness design progress and presenting to key stakeholders
Ensures the harness design and interfaces are defined and designed in adherence to engineering standard work for the purpose of on-time high quality delivery
Will support continuous process improvement, best practices, lessons learned, and quality improvement initiatives
Support harness fabrication and vehicle installation build
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
3+ years' work experience is desired in an engineering role
Experience with Capital Harness System (CHS) (aka Mentor Graphics) software, specifically in Harness XC, Capital Logic and Capital Topology
Ability to balance cost/schedule/technical priorities
Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to use Engineering Development and Test Tools
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with interdisciplinary teams
Strong multi-tasking skills and record keeping
Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Proficient in MS Office suite
Preferred
Experience with Microsoft Visio desirable
Experience with Pro-E Creo desirable
Experience with NX desirable
Previous experience with ground combat Vehicle environment is a plus
Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills is required
Works well in team and individually
Benefits
Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending on your first day.
Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
401k Match (6%)
Educational Assistance
9-80 Work Schedule (This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
On-going learning opportunities a rewarding work environment
Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track
Company
General Dynamics Land Systems
GDLS specializes in the design, development, production, support, and enhancement of tracked and wheeled military vehicles. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeffrey Massimilla
Global Vice President of Engineering, Design and Technology
Recent News
2025-12-31
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