Lead Design Engineer / Lead Design Engineeress

kopter group ag - April 28, 2025

Job Title: Lead Design Engineer - Harness

We are seeking a talented and experienced Lead Design Engineer - Harness to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and production of aircraft electrical schematic diagrams and wiring diagrams. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative aerospace projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of aircraft electrical schematic and wiring diagrams.
  • Liaise with suppliers of cables, connectors, and associated materials to select parts for aircraft use.
  • Advise on technical and certification risks, proposing effective solutions based on your expertise with electrical cables and harness components.
  • Support aircraft build and testing from an electrical systems perspective concerning cable and harness design.

Qualifications & Experience

  • A university degree or equivalent in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering.
  • 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in the development and installation of electrical system cables and harnesses for fixed or rotary-wing platforms.
  • Proven experience in developing 2D aircraft installation and sub-assembly drawings as well as 3D harness routing and installations.
  • Familiarity with EASA and/or FAA certification requirements.
  • Knowledge of cables, connectors, and harness design and qualification requirements.
  • Experience with aircraft 2D software tools; knowledge of NX is an asset, and Capital Logic is a plus.
  • Proficient in aircraft 3D software design tools for harness routing and installation; NX knowledge is an asset.
  • Experience with Team Center is an asset.
  • A minimum of B2 level in the English language (written and spoken).

To apply, please use the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Location : Wetzikon ZH
Country : Switzerland

Application Form

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