Mission Assurance Engineer, PMP - Millennium Space Systems

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, seeks a Mission Assurance Engineer to lead PMP controls for space vehicle systems and review designs for reliability. The role emphasizes materials science, metallurgy, and chemical engineering applied to aerospace parts and spacecraft systems.

Ideal candidates possess strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills, with the ability to obtain U.S. security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field.
• 2-5 years in aerospace environment.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review supplier and internal engineering designs, manufacturing and test docs with focus on material safety and reliability.
• Identify appropriate, reliable parts for mission designs with program teams.
• Apply understanding of EEE standards in selection/evaluation of space-qualified parts.
• Identify risks; recommend corrective actions and communicate with stakeholders.
• Support Failure Review Board, Corrective Action Board, and PMPCB activities.
• Support analysis and testing of material/part qualification for space environment.
• Provide expertise on destructive and non-destructive test methodologies and interpretation of results.
• Evaluate defective components and failure reports to support engineering teams.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Risk assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

SEM

XRF

FTIR

IPC standards

JEDEC standards

Job description

Mission Assurance Engineer, PMP - 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

Apply your advanced technical skills and knowledge to assess and resolve technical problems of space systems, guide program teams to successful and compliant milestone reviews and events, and bolster Millennium’s culture of technical excellence and mission assurance via mentoring, training, and knowledge capture. In this role specifically, you will run and enhance our parts, materials, and processes (PMP) controls for space vehicle systems, as well as help review the design and implementation of those systems. A successful candidate possesses a strong academic foundation and experience in materials science, metallurgy, and/or chemical engineering applied to electronic parts and spacecraft systems and engineering. Additionally, a successful candidate shows developed skills in problem solving, critical technical assessment, leadership, and communication.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities Review supplier and internal engineering designs, manufacturing and test documentation and processes with a focus on material safety and reliability
• Work with program managers, design engineers, procurement, and supplier personnel to identify appropriate, reliable parts for use in mission designs
• Judiciously apply an in-depth understanding of Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical (EEE) component technical standards in the selection and evaluation of EEE parts for use in space-qualified hardware, based on the acceptable level of risk for a mission
• Identify technical risks and issues with products and spacecraft designs, recommend corrective actions and risk mitigations, and handle all associated internal and external technical communications with the correct parties
• Support technical activities including Failure Review Board (FRB), Corrective Action Board (CAB), and Parts, Materials, and Process Control Board (PMPCB)
• Support analysis and testing of material and component qualification for the space environment, contributing to and maintaining our knowledge database on these topics
• Provide expertise on destructive and non-destructive test methodologies and interpretation of test results
• Evaluate defective components and failure analysis reports to support electrical, reliability, mechanical, and quality engineers in support of risk mitigation and material review activities
• Understand, interpret, and apply industry, government, and internal parts and materials specifications in the context of risks posed to space missions
• Identify technical risks and issues with products and spacecraft designs, recommend corrective actions and risk mitigations, and handle all associated internal and external technical communications with the correct parties
• Provide independent support to our missions with an understanding of mission requirements, context, and design philosophies across all space vehicle systems to ensure mission success

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.

Minimum 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 2-5 years of experience in a relevant aerospace environment Understanding of engineering principles and approach to requirements and risks 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. clearance Post Start is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with destructive / non-destructive analysis techniques such as SEM, XRF, FTIR Familiarity with ASTM standards and their relevance to the space environment Advanced degree in engineering, physics, or other relevant field is desired Understand and utilize theories, principles, and practices of engineering and project management methods Familiarity with IPC and JEDEC standards for electronic parts Familiarity with GEIA standards and their relevance to the space environment Active TS/SCI Security Clearance Aerospace and/or DOD Experience

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.

Pay-Range

• Level 2: $98,600 - $145,000
• Level 3: $119,850 - $176,250

Millennium is DDTC-registered, ITAR-compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

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. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-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)

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