Aerospace Vehicle Technician Senior 1st Shift - Millennium Space Systems

The Boeing Company; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is seeking an Aerospace Vehicle Technician for 1st shift to perform spacecraft integration, MLI installations, and testing. The role follows released work instructions to support assembly, testing, and launch operations of space vehicles.

Candidates should have strong mechanical assembly experience, ability to read drawings, and be comfortable working with calibration tools and test equipment. Security clearance eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 4+ years of relevant mechanical assembly experience.
• Experience wiring harnesses to a high standard for racks and boxes.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Proficiency with inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers and DMM.
• Experience with assembly tooling and/or composites fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Work from drawings and instructions to determine assembly methods.
• Perform assembly and integration tasks to meet engineering specs.
• Operate specialized equipment for spacecraft assembly and testing.
• Install components and perform system leak and pressure checks.
• Handle and install MLI/SLI insulation on spacecraft.

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint interpretation

Hand tools proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Digital Multimeters (DMM)

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Millennium Space Systems, 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.

The Aerospace Vehicle Technician will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks in support of final spacecraft integration, Multi-Layer Insulation (MLI) installations, and testing. The ideal candidate will work from released work instructions to support assembly, testing, and launch operations of space vehicles. This role requires to work first shift.

This position's internal job code isAEROTECH. We are currently hiring forGrade 24.

Position Responsibilities:

• Work from preliminary design drawings, sketches, blueprints, schematics, and both verbal and written instructions to determine the most appropriate methods for integrating designs and meeting production and laboratory requirements
• Perform assembly and integration tasks to precise tolerances, using expertise to select the most effective methods for meeting engineering specifications
• Operate specialized equipment during spacecraft assembly, such as hydraulic test consoles, cooling system test consoles, alignment fixtures, and installation fixtures
• Determine the sequence of operations and install components in space vehicles before testing, including performing complete system leak and pressure checks, as well as alignment checks of control surfaces
• Handle fragile multi-layer insulation (MLI) films and materials with care during installation onto test and flight articles
• Support the installation of MLI and SLI (Solid-Layer Insulation) on spacecraft, ensuring all procedures meet required specifications
• Assist engineers and research staff in identifying improved procedures and perform assigned duties at specific test stations. Record and analyze test data, generating reports, charts, and graphs
• Acquire necessary certifications and perform incidental related duties and rework as needed, all with minimal supervision
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of applicable materials and process specifications
• Provide instruction, guidance, and support to colleagues in the same or other related classifications
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of mechanical principles to perform all tasks
• Support range operations, including tests, integration, and hardware moves
• Operate computer-controlled equipment, including heated tools, ovens, positioners, alignment systems, lift equipment, cranes, and hand and power tools
• Other duties as assigned

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in mechanical assembly for high-reliability products
• Proven experience in building and terminating wiring harnesses to a high standard for racks and boxes
• Experience using a variety of hand tools, including scalpels, scissors, hollow punches, etc
• Skilled in interpreting mechanical drawings, schematics, and harness wiring diagrams, as well as internal and external specifications
• Proficient in using inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and digital multimeters (DMM)
• Experience with assembly tooling and/or composites fabrication and assembly
• Proficient in using various hand and power tools
• Experience with mixing epoxy materials

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Minimum 5+ years of Integration experience
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with MLI/thermal blankets
• Certification to J-STD-001 space, NASA.STD.8739.4
• Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Experience working in a clean room environment
• Ability to generate discrepancy reports as they occur in areas of influence
• Open to travel
• Active Security Clearance

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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.

Additional Information:

• This is a union-represented position
• This is an hourly position governed by the Cabinet Makers, Millmen and Industrial Carpenters Union (CMM&IC Local 721)

• The selected candidate must be able to work any shift, as assigned.
• New hires and employees transferring from non-union roles may be required to attend or complete training within their 90-day probationary period. Continued employment is contingent on successfully completing the probationary period.

Shift:

• This role will be on 1st Shift

Total Rewards:

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: Grade 24: $29.42 – $47.09

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.

Category = Manufacturing

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 30, 2026

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent 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. 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.