Mission Analysis Engineer Millennium Space Systems

ApplyMint; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 108,800 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k plan

Job summary

ApplyMint is seeking a Mission Analysis Engineer to take on a critical role in their engineering team. You will be responsible for building simulations for large satellite constellations and owning image processing algorithms, essential for meeting mission requirements.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aerospace systems design and simulation, with a strong background in image processing. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, along with a 100% onsite work requirement in El Segundo, California.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in aerospace systems design, analysis, and/or operation.
• Experience in modeling and simulation of complex satellite systems.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain simulations for large satellite constellations.
• Own the Electro‑Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) image processing algorithms chain.
• Develop novel algorithms, models, and data processing schemes.

Skills

Aerospace systems design

Modeling and simulation

EO/IR optical systems

Kinematic state estimation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physical sciences/computer science

Tools

Matlab/Simulink

Python

C++

Job description

About the Company

Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company, delivers affordable, high-performance space systems for exacting customers. At Millennium, you will be part of a close‑knit team working on exciting technological problems.

Job Summary

As a Mission Analysis Engineer on the Mission Analysis Engineering Team, you will be the Responsible Engineering Authority (REA) for all modeling, simulation, and analysis for a program, study, or proposal. You will develop methods to simulate mission scenarios and assess end‑to‑end constellation capabilities; design and implement image processing, inertial tracking, state estimation, and optimal control algorithms for sensor systems; and provide tools and modeling platforms for validating system performance during on‑orbit mission operations. You will work shoulder‑to‑shoulder with technical and program leadership and will be responsible for program management activities to ensure that high‑quality work products are delivered on time and that the proposed mission solution meets the customer’s need.

Position Responsibilities

• Build and maintain simulations for large satellite constellations to assess effectiveness against mission requirements
• Own the Electro‑Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) image processing algorithms chain, from photon to Warfighter
• Create models for space vehicle payloads to use in system trades and performance predictions
• Develop novel algorithms, models, and data processing schemes for EO/IR sensing and tracking systems
• Concepts of Operation (CONOPS)/Design Reference Mission (DRM) development, modeling, and simulation
• Collaborate with software and firmware teams to develop platforms for simulation deployment (e.g., software/hardware‑in‑the‑loop)

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in aerospace systems design, analysis, and/or operation
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or the physical sciences / computer science
• Experience in modeling and simulation of complex satellite systems using common tools such as Matlab/Simulink, Python, or C++
• Experience with EO/IR optical systems and image processing algorithms
• Experience in orbital mechanics and kinematic state estimation
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required). An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post‑Start is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in satellite design and/or operation
• Experience with government furnished image models like ASSET, PRA Toolkit, or AFSIM
• Proficiency with hardware development languages such as VHDL, Verilog, Vitis Model Composer
• Experience with satellite space‑to‑space communication networks
• Technical leadership experience, including requirements V & V, delegation and management of technical tasks, responsible engineering authority (REA) experience, and cost account management (CAM) experience
• Possess active TS/SCI clearance

Drug Free Workplace

Millennium 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.

Pay & Benefits

Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company, offers a very competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, and a 401k plan.

Summary Pay Range

• Level 3: $108,800 - $160,000

Before Applying, Please Note

Millennium is DDTC‑registered, ITAR‑compliant Company. This position requires U.S. citizenship and eligibility for a security clearance. Applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance. The position is located at a facility that requires special access. We encourage all interested candidates to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.

Location & Work Arrangement

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work on‑site at one of the listed location options.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 30, 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.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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. Top Secret Clearance Post‑Start is required.

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.