Senior Mission Assurance Engineer

El Segundo, CA
Full Time
Mission Assurance
Mid Level

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 where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. 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. 

Job Summary

In this role, you will apply advanced technical skills and knowledge to assess and resolve technical problems, 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. As a Senior Mission Assurance Engineer, you will be leading and guiding mission assurance efforts across multiple programs and mentoring other Mission Assurance Engineers. A successful candidate possesses a strong academic foundation and experience in spacecraft systems and engineering. Additionally, a successful candidate demonstrates experience using developed skills in problem solving, critical technical assessment, leadership, and communication. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their expertise with the minimum qualifications listed below.

This position’s internal job code is Systems Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for levels 4 - 5.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate mission assurance efforts across multiple programs
• Provide subject matter expertise to one or more topics related to satellite systems
• Review mission designs and coordinate with other engineers to assure mission design, test, and execution efforts
• 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
• Harness existing tools or create new tools to solve technical problems via analysis, design, or simulation techniques that can be corroborated with testing
• Evaluate qualification and acceptance test plans for requirements verification
• Work and coordinate with integration, testing, and mission operations crews to review, generate, and implement anomaly training. Training will include realistic on-orbit scenario-based practice exercises to prepare mission teams to respond effectively to actual contingency scenarios
• Participate in mission operations and anomaly resolution efforts

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science in a relevant field (examples include Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering) or equivalent educational experience
• Demonstrated experience in making engineering judgement calls to the benefit of the project, especially in regards to failure and/or anomaly resolution
• Understanding of engineering principles of and approach to requirements and risks
• Familiarity with standard engineering practices and industry standards and specifications
• Strong technical problem-solving skills
• Technical communication skills, both written and verbal
• Exceptional time management and prioritization skill
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Ability to navigate with ease various engineering tools, applications, and principles such as computerized control systems and testing equipment
• Experience mentoring engineers in all of these aspects
• This position requires that you obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance (U.S. Citizenship required). (More information on this process can be found by following the Mandatory Security Clearance and Access Process Disqualifying Criteria link which is listed in the job posting).

Preferred Qualifications

• An active TS/SCI clearance. (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
• Advanced degree in engineering, physics, technical management, or other related field
• Understanding of and ability to utilize theories, principles, and practices of engineering and project management methods
• Knowledge of Electrical Engineering and satellite electronics design principles
• Mission Operations Experience
• Simulation and Modeling Skills
• Aerospace and/or DOD Experience

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.

Summary Pay-Range

  • Level 4: $128,350 - $188,750     
  • Level 5: $157,250 - $231,250

Physical Demands of the Work Environment

  • Job duties may require periodic presence at environmental testing and clean room integration facilities. Occasional travel may be expected.

Benefits and Perks
Millennium Space Systems offers a very competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan.

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 are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage veterans, disabled veterans and disabled individuals to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.

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