Aerospace Vehicle Technician Senior 2nd Shift - Millennium Space Systems

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

Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing company, seeks an Aerospace Vehicle Technician Senior for 2nd shift to support spacecraft assembly, MLI installations, and testing. Work from released instructions to assemble, test, and integrate space vehicles, ensuring compliance with engineering specs.

Prior experience with space hardware and clean‑room practices is preferred. The role involves operating specialized equipment, performing leak and pressure checks, and supporting range operations and hardware

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of mechanical assembly experience on high‑reliability products.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, schematics and harness diagrams.
• Experience with wiring harness building and terminating to standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and integrate components from drawings and instructions.
• Use fixtures and tools to meet tight tolerances and engineering specs.
• Operate space‑assembly equipment like test consoles and alignment fixtures.
• Install MLI/SLI blankets and perform leak and pressure checks during tests.
• Record test data and generate reports and charts.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading drawings

Wiring harnesses

Hand tools

DMM inspection tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Digital Multimeters

Assembly tooling

Composites fabrication

Job description

Company

Aerospace Vehicle Technician Senior 2nd Shift - Millennium Space Systems Company: Millennium Space Systems 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.

Job Summary

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 second shift. This position's internal job code is AEROTECH. We are currently hiring for Grade 24.

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.

Security Clearance and Export Control

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

• 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

• Minimum 5+ years of Integration experience
• At least 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
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• 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 IAM union. 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

2nd Shift. Location: United States of America.

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 Range

Grade24: $29.42/hr-$47.09/hr

Location and Access

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.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Export Control Requirement

Safety Sensitive: Security Clearance required. 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.

Industry & Category

Category= Manufacturing

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Funding

This position is not contingent upon program award.

EEO & Diversity

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