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Mechanical Engineer – Wire Harness

BlackSky
Tukwila, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/1/2026
About Us

BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company. We own and operate the world's most advanced space-based intelligence platform and provide customers satellite imagery, automated analytics and high-frequency monitoring of strategic locations, economic assets, and events from around the globe. BlackSky is trusted by the most demanding allied military and intelligence organizations and commercial companies to deliver foresight into critical matters that affect national security and the economy. BlackSky's data enables governments and businesses to see, understand and anticipate change as it happens, giving them the ultimate strategic advantage so they can act quickly. Our global team works with cutting-edge technology to make a difference around the world and prides itself on being people-first, customer-focused and fun.

As a Mechanical Engineer on our Wire Harness Team at BlackSky you will develop wiring interconnect solutions for our spacecraft components, instrumentation, and ground support equipment that fully integrate them into functional systems. You will support the full program lifecycle, from concept to production, and be involved in the development, design, test, and production of our satellite systems, components, and supporting hardware. You will develop initial concepts of space-vehicle wire harness system layouts and ground support equipment based on requirements and objectives, then apply BlackSky best practices, mentorship from senior engineers, and your own skills and intuition to fully mature those concepts. You will create CAD models, select materials, generate and maintain manufacturing documentation, and support production. You will interact with flight, prototype, and ground support hardware. You will do all this as part of a highly skilled multi-functional technical team focused on producing state-of-the-art satellites.

This position reports to the Director, Mechanical Engineering and is a hybrid role based out of our Tukwila, WA office.

Responsibilities

  • Design spacecraft wire harness and cable physical routing and support structures with CAD software (Creo)
  • Generate and maintain engineering and manufacturing documentation such as schematics, flat-pattern drawings, assembly drawings, and bills of material.Document design and analysis data in technical reports, presentations, and manufacturing systems.
  • Support manufacturing and production teams by providing design intent, resolving build issues, reviewing nonconformance reports, and implementing corrective actions.
  • Develop tooling, fixtures, and ground support equipment as needed to support integration and test activities.
  • Apply engineering judgment to make informed decisions when data is incomplete, balancing performance, manufacturability, reliability, and schedule.
  • Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver space vehicle designs, production plans, and test strategies that support program cost, schedule, and quality goals.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a similar engineering discipline.
  • 5 years of professional experience in a mechanical engineering role.
  • Experience using CAD software to develop wire harness models and manufacturing drawings.
  • Demonstrable experience maturing designs from initial concepts to detailed manufacturing drawings
  • Working knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620
  • Experience with PTC Creo and Windchill software
  • Must be a US Person

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with Creo Schematics
  • Experience working on satellite or launch vehicle systems or components
  • Familiarity with material selection for space environments
  • Experience using CAD software to develop models and manufacturing drawings of mechanical structures and assemblies.
  • Working knowledge of NASA-STD 8739.4
  • Working knowledge of the ANSI Y14.5 dimensioning and tolerance specification

Life At BlackSky For Full-time Benefits Eligible Employees Includes

  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, group term life and AD&D, voluntary life and AD&D insurance
    • BlackSky pays 100% of employee-only premiums for medical, dental and vision and contributes $100/month for out-of-pocket expenses!
  • 15 days of PTO, 11 Company holidays, four Floating Holidays (pro-rated based on hire date), one day of paid volunteerism leave per year, parental leave and more
  • 401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with employer match
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
  • Employer matching donations
  • Professional development
  • Awesome swag
The anticipated salary range for candidates in the Great Seattle Area, WA is 100,000 -130,000 per year. The final compensation package offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on specific background and education. BlackSky is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect salary ranges in other states or locations outside of the Great Seattle Area.

BlackSky is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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