Build Reliability Engineer - Millennium Space Systems

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is seeking a Build Reliability Engineer to partner with design and manufacturing teams, driving reliability and implementing corrective actions across flight hardware. The role emphasizes Lean processes, root-cause analysis and continuous improvement, with strict quality controls for high-performance space systems.

The successful candidate will have 4+ years in mechanical/avionics manufacturing, a Bachelor’s degree, and the ability to read drawings and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.
• 4+ years of experience in mechanical and avionics product manufacturing, assembly, test and inspection.
• Ability to read drawings, interpret specifications and provide technical input to procedures.
• Understanding of root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies.
• Intermediate knowledge of AS9100 quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Create quality plans for flight hardware with design and manufacturing teams, identifying key characteristics and planning inspections.
• Develop, implement and validate Lean test and inspection processes for new and existing products.
• Monitor product and process performance during ramp-up using quality tools and analyses.
• Conduct regular build quality reviews to ensure design intent and drive improvements with cross-functional teams.
• Investigate production/test/flight failures to identify root causes and drive corrective actions.
• Support shop floor with continuous improvement and Lean production initiatives.

Job description

Job Summary

Build Reliability Engineer - Millennium Space Systems Company: Millennium Space Systems Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company, delivers affordable, high-performance space systems for exacting customers. At Millennium, you will be part of a close-knit team working on exciting technological problems. We work in an open environment where ideas are shared across all disciplines, and there are ample opportunities for advancement based on excellence. Superstars are welcome. At Millennium, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and innovative, with great opportunities for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Build Reliability Engineer will be responsible for identifying, resolving, and eliminating spacecraft and product manufacturing quality issues. You will be a key partner with both design and manufacturing, driving the teams and the hardware to higher levels of reliability. This position will also be responsible for initiating corrective actions with our manufacturing and engineering teams. This position's internal job code is Quality Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for levels 3-4.

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible partner with design engineering and manufacturing teams through product development and production to create quality plans for flight hardware, including identification of key characteristics, prototype testing for functionality and manufacturability, first article and detailed inspection planning, and consideration of past failures and lessons learned
• Develop, implement and validate Lean test and inspection processes for new and existing products and process, ensuring that criteria are objective and that quality goals are consistently met
• Monitor the success of products and processes through production ramp-up using a suite of quality and analysis tools
• Conduct regular build quality reviews to ensure that design intent is achieved and well-communicated; identify opportunities for risk reduction and removal of complexity in designs and processes to improve manufacturability, collaborating with integrated product teams to drive improvements and address high-impact and repeating non-conformances
• Investigate failures in production, test and flight, identifying and mitigating the immediate and underlying root causes in order to reduce risk and improve reliability of designs and processes
• Contain suspect or known non-conforming product, providing guidance to quality inspectors, technicians, shop supervisors and engineers to assist in quarantining and rework activities
• Support the shop floor in continuous improvement and the advancing of a Lean, autonomous production system through creation of standard rework/repair guides, removal of redundant or unnecessary inspection, and improved control and optimization of critical processes

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 4+ years of experience and knowledge of mechanical and avionics product manufacturing, assembly, test and inspection processes
• Ability to read drawings, interpret specifications, and provide technical input to assembly and test procedures
• Understanding of root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies
• Intermediate knowledge of AS9100 quality standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of process auditing techniques to ensure compliance to defined quality requirements
• Experience performing and applying statistical analysis methodologies
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, enthusiasm for the team’s spirit of innovation and mission of improving reliability in cutting-edge technology
• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, materials engineering, or electrical engineering
• Demonstrated application of process controls in high volume manufacturing, test, and quality environment
• Dedicated to adopting a Lean approach to quality without compromising safety or reliability
• Knowledge of quality tools such as Lean principles, measurement systems analysis, design of experiments, statistical process control, root cause analysis and corrective action, advanced product quality planning (APQP), metrology, process failure mode and effects analysis (PFMEA), control plans, and various problem-solving approaches
• Experience developing or supporting any of the following products/processes: Complex mechanical/structural assemblies Advanced composites systems Fluid component/valve assembly Pre-preg lamination/curing composites CNC machining, forming, bending Bonding, drilling, fastening and other assembly manufacturing processes Avionics integration and testing Fluid system pressure testing Welding (OTW)

Drug Free Workplace

Millennium 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.

Pay & Benefits

Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company, offers a very competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan.

Summary Pay Range

• Level 3: $107,100 - $157,500
• Level 4: $130,900 - $192,500

Before applying, please note: 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.

Category = Engineering Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement: 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.

Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive 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.

Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award.

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

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