Cable Designer
Posted: 06/23/2026
Industry: Engineering and Technical
Job Number: 19245
Security Clearance: Ability to obtain Secret
Job Description
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Title: Cable Designer (Electrical Interconnects) – Advanced R&D Programs
Hiring Organization: Connexion Systems & Engineering
Compensation, Benefits, and Employment Type
Description:
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.
What You'll Do
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.
Responsibilities include:
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Benefits
In addition to a competitive hourly rate, this long-term contract offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to work on highly advanced engineering programs that push the boundaries of technology. You'll contribute to innovative prototype systems alongside world-class engineers while expanding your expertise in electrical interconnect design, cable harness development, and complex multidisciplinary projects. If you're passionate about precision engineering and enjoy solving challenging design problems, we'd love to hear from you.
Please use the apply button to submit your resume for consideration. A Connexion Representative will contact you shortly.
You can review our other job postings at https://jobs.csetalent.com/.
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Title: Cable Designer (Electrical Interconnects) – Advanced R&D Programs
Hiring Organization: Connexion Systems & Engineering
Compensation, Benefits, and Employment Type
- 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)
Description:
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.
What You'll Do
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.
Responsibilities include:
- 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
Required Qualifications
- 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 SolidWorks 3D CAD
- Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with SolidWorks Electrical
- Experience with Zuken
- Familiarity with Military, ASME, and IEEE standards
- Experience supporting prototype, aerospace, defense, or advanced engineering programs
Benefits
In addition to a competitive hourly rate, this long-term contract offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical insurance
- 10 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 11 paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to work on highly advanced engineering programs that push the boundaries of technology. You'll contribute to innovative prototype systems alongside world-class engineers while expanding your expertise in electrical interconnect design, cable harness development, and complex multidisciplinary projects. If you're passionate about precision engineering and enjoy solving challenging design problems, we'd love to hear from you.
Please use the apply button to submit your resume for consideration. A Connexion Representative will contact you shortly.
You can review our other job postings at https://jobs.csetalent.com/.
If you are active in a job search but this job is not for you, please reach out to jobpostings@csetalent.com. We would be glad to help you find the perfect job!
Job Requirements
cable, harness, interconnect, SolidWorks, Zuken
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