Company Overview
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. We work in an open environment where ideas are shared across all disciplines, and there are ample opportunities for advancement based on excellence. Superstars are welcome.
At Millennium, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and innovative, with great opportunities for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Job Summary
As a Manufacturing Engineer – ATLO (Assembly Test & Launch Operations) you will be responsible for developing, qualifying, and implementing manufacturing processes and procedures to build, test and launch satellites, related subsystems, and components.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with leadership teams to drive high level improvements to increase production capacity and throughput, reduce space vehicle build hours and quality issues, and remove waste from complex processes
- Leverage advanced industrial engineering knowledge and a strong understanding of Lean principles to drive high level process improvements and by create automations to increase team performance as well as inter-team workflows
- Review and anticipate necessary physical production floor layout, ground support equipment, and flight hardware build flows to improve build efficiency and quality
- Review assembly level engineering drawings and schematics to anticipate build challenges and implement changes for manufacturability and production scalability
- Utilize statistical and analytical tools to monitor performance metrics of teams, product execution plans, and Non-conformances to target common issues with a design and manufacturing approach
- Collaborate with stakeholders to create and maintain work instructions, bills of materials, standard operating procedures, etc. in support of manufacturing and supply chain execution using MES and ERP/MRP tools
- Lead and executes tasks as needed to transition final integration builds from low-rate initial production to high rate production
- Document, analyze, and provide resolution for non-conformances and implement corrective actions
- Interface with technicians, quality inspectors, and engineers in a cleanroom
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline (ABET accreditation required)
- 7+ years’ experience in mechanical manufacturing engineering or assembly, integration, and test engineering in Aerospace, Automotive, or Commercial industries. (Structures, Propulsion, Integration or GSE)
- Experience reading, analyzing, and interpreting mechanical engineering drawings, technical manuals and policies and recommend changes to procedures.
- Experience with the build, assembly, or testing of complex systems
- Must have technical problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis complete with sound engineering based corrective actions.
- Knowledge of manufacturing engineering principles and concepts
- 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. Security Clearance Post-Start is required
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with integration of complex assemblies, including test experience
- Strong project management skills or demonstrated leadership experience
- Strong knowledge of mechanical assemblies, manufacturing processes, or industry standards
- Strong foundation in electromechanical or mechatronic concepts
- Thorough understanding of root cause analysis and related analytical methodology (Five Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa Analysis, 8D, etc.) and root cause driven engineering changes
- Aerospace and/or DOD Experience
- Background in Lean Manufacturing/Process Improvement
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university
Summary Pay-Range
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only of what is reasonably expected to be paid for the position. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
- Level 4: $117,300 - $172,500
Before applying, please note:
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.
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Millennium Space Systems Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as fully employer-paid with medical, dental, and vision, signaling strong core medical benefits. Coverage quality is highlighted as a standout component of total rewards.
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Retirement Support — An employer 401(k) match reinforces long‑term savings support as part of total compensation. This element strengthens overall total rewards alongside base pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — A 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, an end‑of‑year holiday closure, and PTO within a typical range expand paid time away options. These features support work‑life balance within the compensation package.
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What We Do
rom missile warning to advanced national security space missions, Millennium rapidly delivers affordable prototype and constellation solutions across orbits. Critical space systems have to work the first time, every time. And, our customers need them fast.
