Job Description
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Millennium Space Systems (MSS), a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation.
Our team is curious, bold and innovative. We take risks, innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change because we challenge the status quo. And when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen.
Millennium Space Systems (MSS) has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer - ATLO (Level 2 or 3) to join the MSS team in El Segundo, CA!
Strong communication and organizational skills are critical to success in this position, along with the ability to build strong relationships, collaborate in a cross-functional environment, and utilize problem-solving skills to proactively identify and manage risks and opportunities.
Position Responsibilities: Oversees, develops, coordinates, integrates, analyzes, and maintains integrated plans and schedules for highly complex or difficult projects, programs and change driven activities to execute in accordance with project management industry standards
Directs and provides high level studies/analysis (trend, variance, impact), determines scope, reports, and oversight of planning requests
Identifies risk and opportunity potential, develops mitigation planning and refines the business case
Develops and executes the process and strategy for the integration of plans and schedules
Consults and recommends integrated planning, scheduling, change and baseline management, processes, techniques and tools to management considered to be best practices across the industry
Recognized as primary project contact to establish key stakeholder requirements and project objectives
Authorizes commitment of resources by obtaining approvals from stakeholders
Oversees deployment of approved recommendations at Division, Business Unit, and/or Enterprise levels
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited course of study, in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or similar Engineering degree
Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical data
Experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment
Experience leading various problem solving methods (i.e. Root Cause Analysis, 5 Whys, or other assessment, audit and investigative models)
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Experience with integration of complex assemblies, including test experience
3+ years of experience with one or more of the following within the Manufacturing Operations function (Shop Floor Manufacturing Operations, Production/Manufacturing Engineering, Integration & Test Engineering, or Industrial Engineering)
Strong knowledge of mechanical assemblies, manufacturing processes, or industry standards
Foundation in electromechanical or mechatronic concepts
Thorough understanding of root cause analysis and related analytical methodology (Five Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa Analysis, 8D, etc.) and root cause driven engineering changes
Aerospace and/or DOD Experience
Experience or relevant course work in any of the following: Six Sigma, Lean+, Manufacturing and/or Process Improvement
Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university
Level 2: 1 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Level 3: 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Travel: Occasional travel may be required based on business needs
Shift: 1st Shift
Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Total Rewards & Pay Transparency: At Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
Millennium Space Systems also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range: Level 2: $90,950 - $123,050 Level 3: 111,350 - $150,650
Applications for this position will be accepted until April 1, 2026
Millennium is DDTC-registered, ITAR-compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Additionally, applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance. We encourage all interested candidates to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 02, 2026
Export Control Requirements: This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required
Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer: Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.