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# Lead Harnessing Technician at Senra Systems

- **Company:** Senra Systems
- **Location:** Cypress California, United States / Redondo Beach California, United States
- **Compensation:** $26–$50/hr
- **Posted:** 2025-04-11
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12
- **Apply:** https://www.senrasystems.us/join-our-team?gh_jid=4629093008

## Job description

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.

As a Lead Technician, you will be the 1st line of defense for technical troubleshooting on the production floor. You will guide a small team of technicians to build high-quality, mission-critical components that power cutting-edge aerospace and defense systems. You will organize, support, and drive the team to meet the highest industry standards for safety, quality, and efficiency. This role is ideal for a hands-on, organized leader with a passion for building electrical hardware and continuously improving floor operations.

What you'll own:

- Autonomously build electrical harness assemblies for aerospace and defense customers
- Responsible for keeping the floor on track – provide technical and operational direction to team members to ensure quality standards and schedule are met. This may include:
- Demonstrating proper techniques to new apprentice technicians
- Inspecting hardware in-process to ensure conformance to specifications
- Implementing daily task checklists to maintain the workcenter
- Assign and prioritize daily work per production schedule. Communicate work plan & work completed to team & operations stakeholders to minimize interruptions and ensure continuity.
- Work cross-functionally to ensure adequate support for nominal production operations
- Foster a culture of collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, and Logistics to enhance manufacturability, streamline processes, and ensure seamless output to customers.

What you'll bring to the team:

- High school diploma or equivalent certification and 3+ years as a technician in a fast-paced production environment.
- Proficient in reading complex wire harness schematics and determining proper order of operations & relevant techniques.
- Knowledge of soldering, wire stripping, contact crimping, contact insertion and removal, harness routing and strain relief techniques is required.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, work order management, and BOM structures.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage cross-functional teams and present key performance data to leadership.
- Passion for innovation and continuous improvement, with a hands-on approach to solving complex manufacturing challenges.
- Adaptable, detail-oriented, and proactive with a strong sense of ownership.
- Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed
- Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
- Must be able to stand for extended periods - 8 hours minimum

Bonus Points:

- 2+ years of leadership experience, preferably within a manufacturing production environment.
- 1+ year of scheduling and task allocation experience.
- Familiarity with IPC-620 or NASA STD 8739.4.
- Has worked at a contract manufacturing company

Compensation:

- Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.
- Hourly Range: $25.50- $50.00
- This is an onsite role at our headquarters in Redondo Beach, CA or Cypress, CA.

Benefits:

- Unmatched opportunities to drive impact on a friendly and mission-driven team
- Own a piece of the pie with equity participation!
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Spending Account (DSA) for health-related expenses
- Unlimited PTO and a 401(k) plan
- Choose a record you love, and we’ll add it to our growing vinyl collection!
- $50/month DoorDash credit – lunch is on us!
- Up to $100/month reimbursement for gym memberships
- Fully stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
- Regular team-building events, lunches, and the occasional breakfast burrito!
- Bright, open office with communal spaces for collaboration and free parking
- Conveniently located near the metro, major freeways and local dining spots

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Contact us at jobs@senrasystems.us or visit our website https://senrasystems.us.

## ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR [here](https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987).

Pay range $25.50—$50 USD

## About Senra Systems

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Senra Systems is revolutionizing aerospace wire harness manufacturing by combining advanced automation, proprietary software, and deep aerospace expertise to deliver complex harnesses at 4x the speed of traditional vendors.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series A)
- **Headquarters**: Redondo Beach, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2023
- **Founders**: Jordan Black (CEO) and Benjamin Shanahan (CTO), both former SpaceX engineers

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
- **Target Customers**: Aerospace and defense companies (B2B, Enterprise)
- **Mission**: To revolutionize aerospace wire harness manufacturing through advanced automation and innovative technology, compressing production timelines from months to weeks while maintaining the highest quality standards.

## Products & Services
- **Wire Harness Manufacturing (Core Service)**: Precision-engineered wire harnesses for aerospace and defense, from simple assemblies to complex configurations. The company’s integrated platform combines design, data, and production under one roof.
- **Design Support**: Engineering team partners with customers to transform concepts into production-ready designs, offering guidance on component selection, supply chain optimization, and manufacturing best practices.
- **Connected Factory / Automation Platform**: Proprietary software and advanced machinery link every stage of manufacturing, giving technicians real-time visibility, eliminating bottlenecks, and enabling high-throughput production lines.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available
- **Total Funding**: $25.0M (as of Series A, announced July 2025)
- **Key Investors**: CIV (lead), General Catalyst, Founders Fund, Sequoia, Andreessen Horowitz, 8VC, Champion Hill, PAX, Caffeinated Capital, Countdown Capital
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount has grown 84.6% year-over-year to 69 employees; the company has a 15,000 sq ft facility in Redondo Beach; 16 employees previously worked at SpaceX; active job postings and rapid scaling of operations.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Speed**: Delivers wire harnesses at 4x the speed of traditional vendors, compressing months-long timelines to weeks.
- **Software-First Approach**: Proprietary software connects design, data, and production, creating a “connected factory” that eliminates bottlenecks and improves consistency.
- **Deep Aerospace Expertise**: Founded by former SpaceX engineers, the team includes numerous veterans from SpaceX, Anduril, and other aerospace leaders, with certifications including IPC-620 and NASA-STD-8739.4.
- **Continuous Learning**: Every build improves the next; the factory continuously refines processes, raises quality, and compresses lead times.

## Strategic Focus
- Scaling operations and production capacity from their new facility in Redondo Beach.
- Continuing to build out the software platform that powers their manufacturing process.
- Hiring aggressively across engineering, manufacturing, and operations roles to support rapid growth.
- Expanding customer base within aerospace and defense, and potentially into adjacent industries requiring high-reliability wire harnesses.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Core values include “Be a Pleasant Person,” “Have a Growth Mindset,” “Be Transparent,” and “Give a Damn.” The company emphasizes a collaborative, high-integrity environment where teammates support each other.
- **Growth & Impact**: Employees wear multiple hats and are expected to embrace new challenges daily. The company is scaling rapidly, offering significant ownership and career growth opportunities.
- **Work Environment**: Hybrid workspace based in Redondo Beach, CA. The company has a 15,000 sq ft state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Typical time on-site is mixed (remote + on-site).
- **Tech Stack**: Engineers work with TypeScript, React, Node.js, Ruby on Rails, Python, PostgreSQL, Docker, AWS, GitHub, and Figma.
- **Open Roles (as of mid-2026)**: Industrial Engineer, Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Senior Accountant, and others.
- **Notable Perks**: Working on a mission to transform a legacy industry, direct exposure to executive team, and a transparent culture where fundraising and customer acquisition updates are shared openly.

## Sources
1. [senrasystems.us](https://www.senrasystems.us/)
2. [senrasystems.us/careers](https://www.senrasystems.us/careers)
3. [senrasystems.us/about](https://www.senrasystems.us/about)
4. [linkedin.com/company/senra-systems](https://www.linkedin.com/company/senra-systems)
5. [builtin.com/company/senra-systems](https://builtin.com/company/senra-systems/)

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