ECAD Designer - (AECADD102026.1)

Cimarron is seeking an ECAD Designer to join Axiom Space’s Lunar Terrain Vehicle program in support of NASA’s LTVS contract. The designer will manage the program’s Altium environment, perform PCB layout, and own the release of Class-I harness drawings for the electrical engineering team. This is a full-time onsite position at Axiom Space’s Houston facility, with the opportunity to convert to a direct Axiom Space position.

Key Duties:

• Perform PCB layout for LTV electronics, including multilayer and mixed-signal boards.
• Manage Altium projects, libraries, and part databases (symbols, footprints, 3D models).
• Generate fabrication and assembly packages (Gerbers, drill files, BOMs, assembly drawings).
• Create, check, and release Class-I wire harness drawings.
• Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams on design constraints and DFM.
• Support design reviews and maintain configuration control of ECAD data.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
   

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens or permanent residents are eligible for consideration at this time.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include but is not limited to testing for marijuana use.
• 5 or more years of PCB layout experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Altium Designer, including library and project management.
• Experience with harness design tools [confirm LTV’s tool].
• Working knowledge of harness standards (NASA-STD-8739.4, IPC/WHMA-A-620).
• Working knowledge of IPC design standards (IPC-2221, IPC-7351).
• Proficiency with SolidWorks for mechanical design.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks Electrical for schematic development.
• Associate's degree or technical certification in electronics, drafting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Aerospace or spaceflight hardware experience.
• Class-I / flight harness experience.
• Rigid-flex or impedance-controlled layout experience.
• Familiarity with PDM/PLM release processes. 

Business Profile:

Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.