Position Overview
Location: Houston, Dallas–Fort Worth, Arizona, or Denver. The company is planning to establish and operate in one or more of these locations
The Electrical Engineer - Overmolded Custom Cable Assemblies will lead, establish, and optimize manufacturing operations focused on overmolded custom cable assemblies and wire harness production. This role is accountable for end-to-end plant performance, including production, quality, delivery, and cost, while ensuring compliance with AS9100 and ISO 9001:2015 standards.
This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring direct experience in overmolding and custom cable assembly manufacturing within aerospace, defense, or high-reliability electronics environments.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Production Leadership
- Lead daily manufacturing operations including cable assembly, wire harnessing, and overmolding
- Drive performance against key metrics including On-Time Delivery (OTD), throughput, and labor efficiency
- Develop and execute production plans aligned with customer demand and program timelines
- Ensure optimal utilization of labor, equipment, and capacity
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with AS9100 and ISO 9001:2015 standards
- Lead audit readiness, participate in internal and external audits, and drive Corrective Actions (CARs)
- Maintain strict adherence to traceability, documentation control, and workmanship standards (IPC/WHMA-A-620 preferred)
- Partner with Quality teams to reduce defects, rework, and scrap
Team Leadership & Workforce Development
- Lead and develop supervisors, team leads, and production staff
- Drive accountability, performance management, and continuous skills development
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and structured training programs
- Build a high-performance, safety-driven culture
Process Improvement & NPI Integration
- Identify inefficiencies and implement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
- Improve workflow, cycle times, and cost efficiency
- Collaborate with Engineering and NPI teams to ensure smooth product introduction and scale-up
- Support transition from First Article to stable production
Supply Chain & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Work closely with Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Inventory to ensure material readiness
- Align production schedules with material availability and customer commitments
- Coordinate with Shipping and Logistics to meet delivery timelines
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and local safety regulations
- Promote a safety-first culture through audits, training, and enforcement of procedures
- Maintain safe operation of equipment, tooling, and overmolding processes
Reporting & Performance Management
- Track, analyze, and report on key operational KPIs
- Provide visibility on risks, bottlenecks, and mitigation plans
- Communicate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
New Facility Setup & Expansion (if applicable)
- Lead new site setup, including layout design, equipment installation, and process flow
- Establish work instructions, SOPs, and production controls
- Support hiring, training, and ramp-up to full operational capacity
Qualifications & Experience
Required
- 5–10+ years of experience in manufacturing electrical engineering
- Proven hands-on experience in:
- Overmolding processes
- Custom cable assemblies / wire harness manufacturing
Preferred
- Degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field
- Background as an Electronics Engineer or Electronic Technologist
- Experience with IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards
- Exposure to aerospace or defense manufacturing environments
- Experience in electronics quality control systems
- Existing industry or customer network within cable assembly/overmolding sector
Core Competencies
- Electrical leadership and execution
- Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
- Problem-solving and Urgency to deliver products
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Strong communication and stakeholder management
- Project Management
Success Metrics
- On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance
- Production throughput and efficiency
- Reduction in defects, rework, and scrap
- Urgency and Problem solving to deliver results
- Effective Action, not overplanning
- Simplify do not add Complexity
- Happy Customers
- Don’t create obstacles, overcome them
- Build a solid and cohesive team
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- In 5 to 8 sentences, clearly explain why you are qualified for this role, including your direct experience with overmolding and custom cable assemblies
Education:
Experience:
- Cable Assembly: 5 years (Required)
- Overmolding: 5 years (Required)
- Electronics Quality Control Environment : 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
