Electrical Engineer - Overmolded Custom Cable Assemblies (Houston)

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 operations leadership
• 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

• Operations 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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay

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

Education: Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience

• Cable Assembly: 5 years (Required)
• Overmolding: 5 years (Required)
• Electronics Quality Control Environment: 3 years (Required)

Work Location

Work Location: In person