Mechanical Ground Support Equipment Engineer (Entry-Level) - Millennium Space Systems

The Boeing Company; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, seeks a Satellite Support MGSE Engineer to design and analyze mechanical test fixtures and MGSE assembly drawings for satellite systems. You will collaborate with ATLO, program management, and manufacturing to develop integration and test hardware on schedule and within budget.

This role focuses on creating documentation, coordinating with programs, and supporting procurement while ensuring on-site alignment with mission requirements and export control

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• Understanding of mechanical drawings
• Experience using Solidworks or similar CAD software
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical test and assembly fixtures per provided design requirements
• Compile complete hardware design documentation for test and assembly fixtures, including part and assembly drawings, drawing notes, bill of materials and other associated documentation as needed
• Coordinate with programs on schedules, risks, and budgets for all MGSE mechanical designs
• Coordinate with manufacturing on EBOMs & MBOMs, released engineering, work orders, and discrepancy reports
• Support procurement team and vendors with RFQs, POs, and other associated documentation to ensure timely
• Interface with other subsystems for guidance on MGSE designs, including spacecraft mechanical design team, ATLO, propulsion, systems, etc
• Provide ongoing support on developed hardware
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical design

CAD software

Clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

Solidworks

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.

Job Summary

As a Satellite Support MGSE Engineer you will be responsible for designing and analyzing mechanical test, integration and assembly fixtures, and creating part/assembly drawings to assist in the assembly and testing of our satellite systems. You will work closely with other engineering teams, such as: ATLO (Assembly, Test, and Launch Ops), program management, and manufacturing to understand component and satellite design to develop integration, test and assembly fixtures, and MGSE assembly drawings on schedule and within budget.

This position’s internal job code is Equipment & Tool Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for the Levels 1-2.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design mechanical test and assembly fixtures per provided design requirements
• Compile complete hardware design documentation for test and assembly fixtures, including part and assembly drawings, drawing notes, bill of materials and other associated documentation as needed
• Coordinate with programs on schedules, risks, and budgets for all MGSE mechanical designs
• Coordinate with manufacturing on EBOMs & MBOMs, released engineering, work orders, and discrepancy reports
• Support procurement team and vendors with RFQs, POs, and other associated documentation to ensure timely
• Interface with other subsystems for guidance on MGSE designs, including spacecraft mechanical design team, ATLO, propulsion, systems, etc
• Provide ongoing support on developed hardware
• 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 of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• Understanding of mechanical drawings
• Experience using Solidworks or similar CAD software
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Methodical design, testing, and troubleshooting capabilities
• Must be versatile and able to perform and manage multiple tasks concurrently
• Experience with mechanical analysis software
• Experience with environmental test equipment and chambers including Random Vibration, Thermal Oven, and Thermal Vacuum Oven
• Experience working in a machine shop environment, including familiarity with lathes, mills, CNC, Drill presses, laser/water jets, etc
• Experience designing fixtures for manufacturing and test
• Experience with satellite environmental test programs per NASA and MIL-STD requirements
• Experience with early life-cycle satellite engineering activities, spacecraft integration and test, and launch operations
• Knowledge of operational safety requirements
• 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

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 1: $66,300 - $97,500
• Level 2: $81,600 - $120,000

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.

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

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent 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.