Manufacturing Engineer - Avionics – (Associate or Mid-Level) - Millennium Space Systems

The Boeing Company; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 90,950 - 123,050; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking an Avionics Manufacturing Engineer in El Segundo, CA. This role focuses on developing and implementing manufacturing processes for avionics components across various spacecraft subsystems.

Key responsibilities include creating manufacturing instructions, reviewing designs, and collaborating across teams to enhance product quality. A Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and experience in production processes are essential for this position. Competitive pay ranging from $90,950 to $123,050 for Level 2 based on experience is offered.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience applying production engineering principles.
• Experience with manufacturing processes and methods.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot production issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing work instructions and procedures.
• Review designs for manufacturability and production scalability.
• Work with cross-functional teams to bring products to production.

Skills

Production engineering principles

Root cause analysis

Manufacturing process improvement

Collaboration across teams

Engineering data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

SolidWorks

Altium Designer

Job description

Job Overview

Millennium Space Systems (MSS), a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security, is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. The Avionics Manufacturing Engineer will develop, qualify, and implement manufacturing processes and procedures for avionics products and components across a variety of spacecraft subsystems, based in El Segundo, CA.

Position Responsibilities

• Act as the connector between design engineering, manufacturing, and supplier organizations
• Develop manufacturing work instructions, standard operating procedures, Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOMs), and rework instructions for all manufacturing items within your ownership
• Review electromechanical assembly and PCBA designs for manufacturability and production scalability
• Identify improvement opportunities and execute projects to improve product quality, reduce lead time, decrease labor hours, and maintain safe operations
• Troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and drive implementation of corrective actions for non‑conformances
• Work within cross‑functional teams—including design, quality engineering, manufacturing operations, and supply chain—to bring products from new product introduction (NPI) to full‑scale production

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• 1+ year of experience applying production engineering principles to analyze and implement manufacturing processes and methods
• 1+ year of experience working with or interpreting engineering data or engineering drawings
• Experience assisting with analyses, root cause analysis, and drafting dispositions for non‑conformances

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, mechanical, electrical, or test engineering in Aerospace, Automotive, or Commercial industries
• Good understanding of IPC‑A‑600, IPC‑A‑610, IPC‑7711C/7721C and NASA‑STD‑8739.1
• Familiarity with IPC‑2221
• Thorough understanding of root cause analysis and related analytical methods (e.g., Five Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa, 8D)
• Understanding of engineering and project management principles
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software
• Background in Lean Manufacturing/Process Improvement
• Experience in PCB/PCBA manufacturing
• Experience with Altium Designer
• IPC‑A‑600 & IPC‑A‑610 Certification
• Level 2: 1 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Level 3: 3 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency

Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

Pay ranges: Level 2: $90,950 – $123,050; Level 3: $111,350 – $150,650.

Employment Details

• Position is 100 % onsite at El Segundo, CA
• Requires U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Top Secret security clearance (interim and/or final post‑start)
• Shift: 1st Shift
• Travel: Able and willing to travel for meetings and occasional field activities
• Drug Free Workplace policy applies to all employees
• Visa sponsorship not available
• Relocation assistance is not provided; candidates must relocate at their own expense
• Export control compliance requires U.S. Person status (U.S. Citizen, National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee)
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent required

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 any other characteristic protected by law.