Structural Analysis Engineer (Entry-level) - Millennium Space Systems

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is seeking a Spacecraft Structures Engineer to perform the structural analysis of space vehicles and related equipment. You will develop high-fidelity models and support design, testing, and qualification activities across development and operations lifecycles.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with FEMAP/NASTRAN or similar FEA tools, SolidWorks, and modal/static analyses, and must be eligible for U.S. security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical/Civil/Aerospace/Materials).
• Experience with FEMAP/NASTRAN or other FEA tools (Abaqus/Ansys/Optistruct).
• Familiarity with environmental testing concepts like modal, acoustic, random and sine vibration.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis on satellite systems (modal, static, loads, acceleration, stress).
• Develop high fidelity structural models for system and local environments.
• Support design, layout, mass properties analysis, and reviews of drawings.
• Coordinate with teams to identify materials and facilities needed for qualified structures.
• Support structural qualification testing design, conduct, data reduction, and reporting.
• Document required design and analysis processes and ensure schedule adherence.
• Review part and assembly drawings and assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

FEA modeling (FEMAP/NASTRAN)

SolidWorks

Structural analysis

Environmental testing concepts

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

FEMAP/NASTRAN

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 Spacecraft Structures Engineer, you will be responsible for working on the structural analysis of space vehicles and their associated mechanical equipment. The parts and systems you may work on will range from spacecraft primary and secondary structure, to ground support equipment, to pointing mechanisms and deployable structures. Your analysis will ensure that our space vehicles survive their complete development and operational lifecycles, including prototyping, test, transport, launch, and long-term operations.

This position’s internal job code is Structural Analysis Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for levels 1-2.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis on high-performing satellite systems, including modal, static, loads generation, acceleration predictions, and stress analysis
• Develop high fidelity structural models to predict both system responses and local environments within the system structure with oversight from other engineers
• Support space vehicle design, configuration, layout, and mass properties analysis
• Identify materials, processes, and facilities support necessary to deliver a qualified spacecraft structure
• Work to subsystem schedule and deliverables
• Support structural qualification testing on spacecraft systems and components including test design, test conduct, data reduction, analysis, and reporting
• Develop and document required design and analysis processes
• Review part and assembly drawings
• 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 locations.

Basic Requirements: (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
• Experience in finite elements modeling in FEMAP/NASTRAN, or other FEA software packages (e.g. Abaqus, Ansys, Optistruct, etc.)
• Familiarity with environmental testing concepts, including modal characterization, acoustic vibration, random vibration, and sine vibration
• Experience analyzing designs to meet design requirements and safety margins for static, dynamic, thermal, and fatigue loads
• Experience with SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD modeling software
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience with mechanical design and manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with mechanical design of spacecraft, e.g. materials, environments, and manufacturing processes
• Familiarity with fatigue, crack growth, and/or mechanisms analysis
• Clear communication and organizational skills
• 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.

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: $63,000 - $113,000
• Level 2: $75,000 - $134,000

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.

Category = Engineering

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 22, 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

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

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.