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# Harness Design Engineer

- **Company:** Insight Global
- **Location:** Longmont, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $160,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Altium Designer, Systems Integration, Software Version Control
- **Published:** July 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.insightglobal.com/jobs/find_a_job/colorado/longmont/harness-design-engineer/job-549422/

## About the Role

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or other relevant field
3+ years of professional electrical engineering experience
Experience designing cable harnesses or cabling assemblies
Knowledge in Altium, or other similar design tool
Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Active U.S. DoD Security Clearance
Aerospace or defense industry experience
PCB Design exposure

## Description

A company that develops high-energy laser systems for the Department of Defense is looking for a Harness Design Engineer to support the design and integration of electrical cable harnesses for advanced defense systems. This person will work closely with electrical and mechanical engineering teams to ensure harness designs meet performance, reliability, and military specifications.
The primary responsibilities include:

Designing cable harnesses in Altium Designer
Creating wiring diagrams, schematics, and cable assembly drawings
Selecting connectors, cables, and other harness components
Partnering with engineering teams to resolve design and integration challenges
Supporting testing, troubleshooting, and system integration activities
Maintaining harness documentation and revision control
Ensuring compliance with military and industry standards

This person will play a key role in developing the wiring infrastructure that supports complex laser and electro-optical systems.
The ideal candidate has experience designing cable assemblies for aerospace or defense applications, strong Altium Design skills, and a solid understanding of military cable standards and EMI/EMC best practices.
All applicants must be eligible to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance. Candidates with an active clearance are preferred.


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