At Senra Systems, we believe that the future of manufacturing lies not in automation, but in configuration.
We supercharge electrical wire harness manufacturing through software configuration, transforming skilled assembly tasks into high-throughput production lines. We enable customers to design what they want, when they want it and deliver harness builds at record-breaking speed.
We’re seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to take ownership of complex wire harness programs across our customer portfolio. You’ll develop engineering packages including detailed work instructions and formboards, drive process improvements and serve as the technical point of contact for assigned programs, working closely with production, quality and customers to deliver.
You’ll own programs end-to-end – managing customer relationships, solving complex technical challenges, developing build processes, and ensuring quality and delivery targets are met. You need to be self-sufficient, technically deep, and comfortable operating with minimal direction.
This role reports to the Lead Manufacturing Engineer but operates with significant independence day-to-day.
What you'll own
Manufacturing Engineering & Process Development
- 01Lead planning and coordination of complex harness builds by developing comprehensive work instructions, formboards, and tooling solutions
- 02Establish manufacturing standards and processes that enable production to build efficiently and autonomously
- 03Drive improvements to quality, efficiency, and throughput through process benchmarking and workflow optimization
- 04Evaluate new parts and processes, determining optimal paths for assembly and scalability
- 05Commission new equipment, qualify processes, and optimize production flow as needed
- 06Partner with the production team on technical issues that require engineering disposition, providing structured solutions rather than ad hoc floor support
Continuous Improvement & Site Operations
- 07Work with the production team to surface systemic issues, translating recurring blockers into process improvements and engineering solutions
- 08Collaborate with the software team on digital solutions to improve traceability, workflow, and reporting
- 09Maintain 5S, lean manufacturing principles, and adherence to aerospace quality standards
- 10Develop and maintain engineering documentation that keeps assigned programs aligned with IPC-620/NASA 8739.4 and customer-specific requirements
Customer Program Management
- 11Serve as the primary technical liaison between production and assigned customers
- 12Manage complex technical inquiries, resolve escalated issues, and ensure adherence to stringent specifications
- 13Collaborate with the Program Management Team on program reviews and customer communications, providing technical depth and engineering rationale as needed
- 14Coordinate cross-functionally with production, quality, and supply chain to maintain program momentum and resolve blockers
What you'll bring to the team
- 15Bachelor's degree in engineering, STEM-related field, or 8+ years of directly related hands-on manufacturing experience
- 165+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in fast-paced production environments (wire harness, electrical assembly, or similar)
- 17Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a high-accountability role
- 18Strong customer-facing skills with ability to manage technical relationships and communicate effectively
- 19Proficiency in CAD tools for creating assembly drawings and tooling designs
- 20Deep understanding of manufacturing principles: material workflow optimization, PFMEA, 5S, lean manufacturing, time studies, capacity planning
- 21Expert ability to evaluate parts and processes, determining optimal assembly approaches quickly
- 22Self-motivated problem-solver who thrives on autonomy and takes ownership of outcomes
- 23Excellent project management skills with ability to juggle multiple programs and priorities
Preferred
- 24Certification or extensive experience with IPC-620 or NASA STD 8739.4 standards
- 25Deep expertise in aerospace and defense wire harness best practices and quality standards
- 26Experience at a contract manufacturing company managing multiple customer programs simultaneously
- 27Hands-on background with complex harness fabrication, box builds, connector mates, and electrical testing — used to inform engineering decisions, not as a primary job function
- 28Experience leading process improvement initiatives (Six Sigma, Kaizen) with documented efficiency gains
- 2910+ years of overall manufacturing engineering experience with progressive responsibility
- 30Background with MES or ERP systems
- 31Supply chain coordination experience
United States
