Survivability Engineer - Millennium Space Systems

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing company, is seeking a Survivability Systems Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. The Survivability group analyzes environmental disciplines for spacecraft programs and integrates multidisciplinary analyses to design, develop and verify lifecycle balanced system solutions. This onsite role (Shift 1) requires a BS in engineering, U.S.

citizenship, and eligibility for a U.S. Secret clearance; 1–5 years of related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance.
• 1–5 years of relevant survivability or aerospace experience.
• Willingness to work onsite in El Segundo, CA.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic survivability analyses for space systems.
• Execute material- and subsystem-level tests in simulated space environments.
• Assist senior engineers with compliance docs and test plans.
• Participate in cross-disciplinary design reviews and risk trade-offs.

Skills

Survivability analyses

Cross‑disciplinary

MATLAB

Mathcad

Thermal Desktop

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Mathcad

Thermal Desktop

ANSYS

COMSOL

Job description

Survivability Engineer - 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

We are seeking a motivated and talented Survivability Systems Engineer to join the team located in El Segundo, CA. The Survivability Systems Engineer/Scientist supports multidisciplinary survivability tasks through all satellite program phases. The Survivability group is a multidisciplinary department which analyzes vehicles for Space Environmental disciplines such as: Contamination, Micrometeoroid, Single Event Effects, Radiation, Electro 641, Reliability, Thermal Analysis, (I)ESD, and EMI/C. As part of the Survivability team the candidate will get the opportunity to apply an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to assist with analyses, design, development and verification of a lifecycle balanced system of systems and system solutions. This position's internal job code is Systems Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for a Level 1 and 2.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic survivability analyses (contamination, micrometeoroid, radiation, EMI/EMC) using tools such as MATLAB, Mathcad, or Thermal Desktop
• Execute material‑level and subsystem‑level tests in simulated space environments; record and report results
• Assist senior engineers in preparing compliance documentation and test plans
• Participate in cross‑disciplinary design reviews, flagging cost, weight, or risk trade‑offs.

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 1-5 years of relevant experience or combined academic projects
• This position requires a U.S. Security Secret Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship.
• A final U.S. Secret clearance Pre Start is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Introductory exposure to survivability tools (ANSYS, COMSOL).
• Internship or co‑op experience on satellite hardware or software projects

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 1: $79,050 - $116,250
• Level 2: $98,600 - $145,000

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

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)

Equal Opportunity & D&I Statements

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