Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Engineer - Millennium Space Systems

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing company, seeks an EGSE Engineer to design, deploy and support ground test equipment validating flight hardware and satellites. You will work with ATLO, Electrical Design and Manufacturing to deliver EGSE on schedule and within budget.

The role requires hands-on EGSE/HIL experience, LabVIEW/Python/C/C++ programming, and the ability to obtain a US security clearance. This position is based at our U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 3–5 years of work experience in EGSE, test systems or HILs.
• Hands-on experience with EGSE and test equipment such as DMMs, e-loads, oscilloscopes.
• Proficient with Ethernet, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485 signal integrity, grounding and shielding.
• Software/firmware development in LabVIEW, Python or C/C++.
• Ability to obtain US citizenship and security clearance; final clearance post-start.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end design and delivery of EGSE racks and test enclosures.
• Create mechanical layouts, electrical schematics, harnesses and drawings from requirements through first article build.
• Coordinate schedules, risks and budgets for HILS and EGSE designs.
• Collaborate with systems engineering on software architecture and MBSE documentation.
• Develop software to control, monitor and log test sets, EGSE and HILS.
• Help maintain DevSecOps pipelines for software deployment to hardware.
• Provide hands-on support during test campaigns and on-site deployment.
• Take ownership of projects with minimal supervision.

Skills

EGSE experience

HIL testing

LabVIEW

Python

C/C++

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

NI hardware

GitLab

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Engineer

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

As a mid-career EGSE Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, deployment and support of EGSE to validate our flight hardware and satellite systems. You will work closely with our Manufacturing, Environmental Test, Assembly & Launch Operations (ATLO), and Electrical Design engineering teams to understand component and satellite design and develop test equipment, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and EGSE on schedule and within budget. The position's internal job code is Elect Design and Analysis Engr. Our team is currently hiring for Levels 2-3.

Position Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end design and delivery of EGSE racks and test enclosures, mechanical layout, electrical schematics, harness design, and full drawing packages from requirements through first article build and check-out
• Coordinate with programs or products on schedules, risks, and budgets for HILS and EGSE designs
• Coordinate with systems engineering on software architecture / design and fully document applications in MBSE (Model Based System Engineering) Tools
• Design software to control, monitor, and log the test sets, EGSE, and HILS
• Help develop and maintain DevSecOps pipelines to analyze, review, test, revision control, monitor, and deploy software applications to hardware
• Provide hands‑on support during test campaigns, and bring‑up activities, including on‑site support of deployed EGSE and floor operations
• Take ownership of projects with minimal guidance from supervisors or program managers
• Other job duties assigned as required

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor'sdegree
• 3-5 years of work experience
• Hands‑on experience in EGSE, test systems, or HILs
• Proficiency with common electrical test equipment including, DMMs, e-loads, oscilloscopes, and bench power supplies
• Familiarity with common communication protocols (e.g. Ethernet, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485) and how to support their signal integrity, grounding, and shielding
• Experience developing and documenting software and firmware in LabVIEW, Python, or C/C++
• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship.
• A final U.S. clearance Post Start is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Methodical design, testing, and troubleshooting capabilities
• Experience with National Instruments hardware
• Certified LabVIEW Associate Developer (CLAD), Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD), and/or Certified TestStand Developer (CTD)
• Experience with MBSE
• Experience with satellite environmental test programs per NASA and MIL-STD requirements
• Experience with continuous integration / continuous delivery software applications including GitLab
• Experience with virtualization and containerization software applications
• Experience with early life-cycle satellite engineering activities, spacecraft integration and test, and launch operations
• 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.

Total Rewards

• 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: $95,200 - $140,000
• Summary pay range: Level 3: $113,900 - $167,500

Location and Eligibility

• 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.
• 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.
• Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)
• Category = Engineering
• 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.

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