Millennium Space Systems is looking for team members who are passionate about developing revolutionary space systems. You will join a small, close-knit team working to support some of the most demanding and important space systems customers in the Country.
Breaking with Tradition
American aerospace is experiencing a renaissance – and among its leaders are the organizations and people who are breaking with tradition to reformulate and invigorate an industry. Millennium Space Systems is helping spearhead that change.
Millennium brings a unique and disciplined entrepreneurial culture to this space renaissance. We don't subscribe to the traditional thinking that cost and schedule are secondary attributes of space systems.
We bring a spirit of innovation and teamwork, coupled with a get-it-done approach to deliver solid, measurable results.
We are colleagues and fellow innovators; seasoned engineers, software developers, and technicians working together to deliver affordable solutions from inception through implementation; from fabrication through launch. We are enthusiastic partners looking for new team members who share our enthusiasm and dedication.
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 An Optical Systems Engineer possesses a strong background in spaceborne electro-optical sensor technology (visible to infrared). You will own mission performance requirements for remote sensing missions and model mission phenomenology and detection performance considering the spectral, spatial, and radiometric attributes of the sensor. You will be the primary interface between the optical payload, space vehicle team, and mission data processing team, managing interfaces between these elements. You will oversee OCT usage on our programs, ensuring system specifications meet mission needs. Successful Optical Systems Engineers have experience with modeling, simulation, analysis, and calibration of optical hardware.
This position's internal job code is Systems Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for a Level 4.
Responsibilities
Develop and validate mission and unit level requirements for electro-optical (EO) sensors, OCTs, and space vehicle interfaces
Lead trade studies and other forms of analysis to predict system performance
Design and implement system/payload performance modeling and simulation
Develop and execute unit and system level tests to verify performance
Manage supplier and partner performance
Support internal optical product development
Manage complex projects by coordinating work statements, setting and tracking budget/schedule, and measuring technical performance
Support large-scale new business proposals
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in engineering or the physical sciences / computer science
7+ years experience in optical engineering
Experience with performance/phenomenology/modeling of EO sensors
Experience with optical communication terminals (OCT)
Ability to train and mentor other members of the team
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
Advanced degree in optical engineering, physics, or other relevant engineering discipline
10+ experience working with space-related optical instrumentation.
10+ years experience in satellite design and/or operation
Experience with OCTs/laser communication
Experience with optical hardware such as EO/IR payloads, star trackers, laser range finders, etc.
Familiarity with the design, development, and qualification of optical hardware
Experience with mission requirements flow down to low level EO requirements
Experience in modeling and simulation of satellite systems
Experience with optical end-to-end testing
Experience with onboard and ground processing of optical data to extract mission-related information
Experience developing rapid design and models to support proposal efforts
Methodical design, testing, and troubleshooting capabilities
Must be versatile and able to perform and manage multiple tasks concurrently
Outstanding communication and presentation skills
Active TS/SCI clearance
Please note that the salary inform ation 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
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.