Ground Software Engineer (Mid Career) - Millennium Space Systems

Millennium Space Systems; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing company, is seeking a Ground Software Engineer (Mid Career) to maintain and develop software for command and control of satellites. You will write requirements with subject matter experts and decompose them into long‑term roadmaps, which you will also develop and test with end users.

You will leverage modern frameworks to improve legacy software and tooling. Your position involves root cause analysis, implementing fixes for users, and close collaboration with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience designing and developing software in a production environment.
• Demonstrated experience writing scripts and backend software applications.
• Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance (US Citizenship).

Responsibilities

• Leads design, development, integration, testing, and delivery of large-ground software and mission control systems.
• Interacts with staff to support testing on components and spacecraft in test configurations.
• Integrates Millennium software into Government-furnished software and infrastructure.
• Executes integrated system tests bridging Millennium products and Government systems.
• Implements mission data processing applications into existing systems to support payloads and end users.
• Supports software testing and installation in classified environments.
• Guides junior developers through tasks and troubleshooting.
• Plans and executes validation/verification testing.
• Contributes to ground software/tool development by completing larger feature requests.

Skills

Software design

Production software

Scripting

Backend development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/AE or related

Job description

Ground Software Engineer (Mid Career) - 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

As a Ground Software Engineer, you will maintain and develop software for command and control of satellites. You will write requirements with the guidance of subject matter experts and decompose them into long‑term roadmaps, which you will also develop and test in collaboration with your end users. You will leverage modern frameworks to improve legacy software and tooling. Your position will also include root cause analysis and implementing fixes for the users of your team’s products. You will work closely with the operations team, spacecraft engineers, cybersecurity specialists, and technicians to ensure our company’s continued stewardship of our satellites and the space environment. This position’s internal job code is SWE-Developer. Our team is currently hiring for level 3‑4.

Position Responsibilities

• Leads the design, development, integration, testing, and delivery of large‑scale ground software and mission control systems
• Interacts with other Millennium staff to support testing on components, subsystems, and spacecraft in test configurations
• Integrates Millennium software applications into Government‑furnished software and infrastructure
• Executes integrated system test events bridging Millennium-developed products and Government‑furnished systems
• Implements specific mission data processing applications into existing systems to support payloads and end data users
• Supports software testing and installation in classified environments
• Guides junior developers through development tasks, troubleshooting exercises
• Plans and executes validation/verification testing
• Contributes to ground software or tool development by completing larger feature requests, taking ownership of larger software modules, analysis packages, and workflows
• 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)

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• Experience designing and developing software in a production environment
• Demonstrated experience writing scripts and backend software applications
• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. A Final U.S. secret clearance Prestart is required OR An interim and/or final U.S. secret clearance Post Start is required

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Active TS/SCI 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.

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.

Pay Range

Summary Pay Range: $128,350 - $188,750

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. A final U.S. Secret Clearance Pre‑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)

Equal Opportunity Statement 1

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Statement 2

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