Material Project Manager Millennium Space Systems

The Boeing Company; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 95,200 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

A leading aerospace firm is seeking an experienced Material Project Manager in El Segundo, California. The role involves managing material strategies, supporting procurement, and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in supply chain management and relevant experience in material management. Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills are essential. A competitive salary range of $95,200 - $140,000 is offered for this position. This is an onsite role with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in material management or supply chain.
• Experience in a DoD or government environment preferred.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support Control Account Management activities associated with material.
• Identify material related risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Assist in determining strategies to procure items.

Skills

Material planning principles

Strong negotiation skills

Analytical mindset

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

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.

We are seeking a Material Project Manager (MPM) which includes, but not limited to, supporting material strategies with the Program Management Office and Manufacturing Organization, maintaining cost and schedule lead times to achieve program success, identifying and mitigating program risks and opportunities and reporting/tracking all program material activities. This is an onsite role in El Segundo, California.

This position's internal job is Business Ops Specialist. Our team is currently hiring for level 3.

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting Control Account Management (CAM) activities associated with material including: Baseline schedule & cost planning, providing IMS status, Estimates to Complete (ETC), Estimates At Complete (EAC), variance reporting, and other financial responsibilities
• Provide support in identifying material related risks and opportunities and developing mitigation plans
• Assist in aggregating all of engineering's material requirements, determining the strategy to procure items while design is matured, and translating it into Material Resource Planning (MRP) requirements
• Assisting engineering in design trades to determine make / buy strategies, supplier sourcing, and modifications to material to achieve requirements, cost, and schedule
• Perform analysis on material requirements to provide material program summaries that include lines of balance, issue identification, and other metrics relevant to the program scope
• Partner with procurement organization to engage with supply base to assess costs, lead times, and strategies to achieve program requirements
• Partnering with manufacturing organization to determine how to best ensure all parts are designed for manufacturing to prevent further issues from arising in build process
• Execute processes and systems for tracking and reporting material-related metrics, including lead times, lines of balances, and supplier performance
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for program and potentially company to enhance material procurement processes, streamline workflows, and optimize supply chain efficiency

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelors degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in a material management, procurement, manufacturing or supply chain management. Preferably in a DoD or government environment. Experience on design development programs preferred
• Knowledge of material planning principles and supply chain best practices
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Proficiency in using ERP systems and Microsoft suite
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data driven decisions
• Ability to lead cross functional teams, foster collaboration, and drive results

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience on programs with EVMS requirements
• Experience in desktop computing tools (MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Projects)
• Ability to operate in an ambiguous environment
• Must be a self-starter, capable of supporting organizational and program objectives, and able to interface with all levels of internal management as well as supplier management

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

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.

Summary pay range

• Level 3: $95,200 - $140,000

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. We encourage all interested candidates to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 24, 2026.

Export Control Requirements

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.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

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 other characteristics protected by law.