Electrical Harness Technician – Hands-on Specialist for Spacecraft Wiring
Are you a practical problem solver with a knack for precision assembly and quality craftsmanship?
As our new Electrical Harness Technician, you will be the skilled hands behind the vital electrical wiring harnesses that make our satellites work reliably in space.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with wires, crimps, and connectors—ensuring every component is perfectly selected, assembled, and tested to meet strict aerospace standards. You’ll work side-by-side with engineers and assembly teams, turning complex designs into real, flight-ready hardware.
Your Role and Responsibilities
You will be at the heart of the harness build process, combining your practical skills with a good understanding of the technical and mechanical needs of space-grade harnesses. Your work ensures the harnesses are strong, flexible, and fully compliant with quality standards.
You’ll handle everything from choosing the right wires and crimps to checking bend radii and connector durability. You’ll apply your experience with IPC-A-620 Class 3 workmanship standards to make sure every crimp and connection is flawless. Working closely with systems engineers and the Assembly, Integration & Verification (AIV) team, you’ll help bring satellites from drawings to reality.
As a valuable supplement to your technical role, you will also assist the AIV team during satellite assembly, integration, and testing phases—helping to ensure smooth and efficient satellite builds.
Your main responsibilities:
- Select, assemble, and inspect wires, crimps, and connectors for satellite harnesses
- Ensure harnesses meet mechanical and electrical requirements, including cable strength and bend radius
- Apply and maintain high workmanship standards according to IPC-A-620 Class 3
- Work closely with systems engineers to follow pin-to-pin layouts and specifications Support the AIV team with assembly, integration, and testing activities
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who knows their way around wires and crimps and takes pride in high-quality workmanship. Formal education is not a must, but relevant backgrounds could include - Electronics Technician, Mechanical or Aerospace Technician. Hands-on experience and a practical mindset are what counts.
You should:
- Have solid hands-on experience with electrical harness assembly and crimping
- Be familiar with IPC-A-620 Class 3 and know how to meet its requirements in practice
- Understand space-grade materials such as PTFE-insulated wires and approved connectors
- Enjoy working closely with a team and communicating clearly Be detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and safety
Why Join Us?
Here, your skills and care directly affect the success of real space missions. You’ll be part of a dedicated team in a fast-moving environment where practical know-how and quality workmanship are valued above all.
We offer:
- Exciting projects in spacecraft production and satellite technology
- A collaborative, supportive workplace culture — where people come first
- A flexible and inclusive work environment
- Great colleagues who value teamwork and craftsmanship
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
JOIN OUR MISSION
You are welcome to send your application in English. Interviews will be conducted on a continuous basis. If you have any questions with regard to the position do not hesitate to contact: Martin Holten, Head of Delivery Engineering, maho@gomspace.com, +45 40420978
Workplace will be at our premises at Langagervej 6, Aalborg, Denmark. Salary and start date will be individually negotiated.
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About GomSpace
GomSpace is a globally leading designer, integrator and manufacturer of high-end nano and microsatellites for customers in the academic, government and commercial markets. Our positions of strength include systems integration, small satellite subsystems and advanced miniaturized radio technology. At the core of our mission are our core values: Be helpful, communicate openly and frequently, and show true leadership.
Our international team is devoted to understanding our customers’ requirements and delivering high quality. We are listed in Stockholm (GOMX), headquartered in Denmark and have subsidiaries in Sweden, Singapore, France, North America and Luxembourg. We have more than 170 employees servicing customers in more than 55 countries. Learn more on www.GOMSPACE.com
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