Systems Integration Specialist - Millennium Space Systems

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, seeks an IT Systems Engineer to design, deploy, and secure enterprise systems and air-gapped environments across Windows and Linux platforms. You will drive system integration, automation, and continuous improvement in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.

The role requires 5+ years of relevant experience, security clearance eligibility, and RMF/VMS familiarity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years' related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, install, configure, and manage operating systems (Windows, Linux, Juniper, Cisco).
• Plan, design, install, and manage deployment of firmware, software, hardware, and network components.
• Employ security best practices and document designs, diagrams, maintenance, and support procedures for secure environments.
• Resolve and document escalated tickets.
• Develop and maintain high availability of infrastructure and systems with expert-level configuration, administration, and optimization of hosts and servers.
• Provide Tier III and below support; facilitate Tier IV support from vendors.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends.

Skills

Cloud platforms

Security+ or equivalent

Windows/Linux admin

Scripting: PowerShell

Scripting: Python

Scripting: Bash

YAML

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

VMware vSphere/ESXi

PowerShell

Python

Bash

YAML

Job description

Systems Integration Specialist - 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 highly motivated, results-oriented, and security-minded IT Systems Engineer to join our team at Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company. IT Systems Engineers are responsible for designing, deploying, configuring, integrating, and maintaining secure enterprise and air-gapped systems with a complex variety of operating systems, software applications, and hardware. IT Systems Engineers work with collaborative teams of peers that specialize in providing our customers with technical solutions that are timely, secure, and innovative. This position's internal job is Sys Design & Integ Spec. Our team is currently hiring for levels 3-4.

Position Responsibilities

• Plan, design, install, configure, and manage operating systems (Windows, Linux, Juniper, and Cisco)
• Plan, design, install, and manage the deployment of firmware, software, hardware, and network components
• Employ security best practices and document designs, diagrams, maintenance, and support procedures for secure environments
• Employ technical expertise and experience to evaluate infrastructure modification requests
• Resolve and document escalated tickets
• Develop and maintain high availability of infrastructure and systems with expert-level configuration, administration, and optimization of hosts and servers
• Participate in the design of information and operational support systems
• Research and recommend innovative and automated approaches for system engineering tasks
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends
• Use technical expertise and experience to provide guidance and mentorship to system administrators when necessary
• Assist end users with accounts, licensing, and application issues when required
• Provide Tier III and below support when required
• Facilitate Tier IV support from vendors
• Troubleshoot and restore complex service operations
• Work with other teams and customers to ensure technological solutions meet security and schedule requirements
• Work with approved vendors to ensure the configuration and purchase of new equipment, software, and licenses are feasible and cost-efficient

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

Bachelor's degree and 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience, 9 years' related work experience, etc.) This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. A final U.S. clearance Post Start is required Minimum of 5 years of experience as an IT Systems Engineer, Administrator or a related role Must be able to obtain and maintain an 8570 compliant IAT Level II or higher certification (CompTIA Security+ equivalent or higher) Experience with one or more Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience designing, installing,configuring,and troubleshooting networks, workstations, and servers (virtual and physical)
• Experience in designing, implementing, and upgrading complex IT systems
• Experience with VMware virtualization technologies (vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, VMs, datastores, Replication)
• Scripting and automation knowledge (Powershell, Python, Bash, YAML, etc.)
• Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF) packages (System Security Plan, Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&M))
• Experience with Microsoft applications (SQL, Office, Outlook, Exchange, etc)
• Working knowledge of Hyper‑V architecture and implementation
• Knowledge of networking concepts and devices including switches, routers, and firewalls

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 3: $119,850 - $176,250 Level 4: $146,200 - $215,000

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.

Category = Information Technology & Analytics

Language Requirements: Not Applicable

Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

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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