Autonomy Engineering Manager - Millennium Space Systems
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$151k–$223k/yr
Senior$39B raised
Autonomy Engineering Manager - 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 …
Skills: Satellite design, Fault detection, isolation and response, Autonomy architectures, Project management, Team leadership
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Mission Assurance Engineer, PMP - Millennium Space Systems
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$99k–$176k/yr
Mid level$39B raised
Mission Assurance Engineer, PMP - 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 …
Skills: Mission assurance, Parts materials and processes, Spacecraft systems, Materials science, Metallurgy
Electro-Mechanical Technician B Second Shift - Millennium Space Systems
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$22/hr–$33/hr
Entry level$39B raised
Electro-Mechanical Technician B Second Shift - Millennium Space Systems Company: Millennium Space Systems Millennium Space Systems (MSS), a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satelli…
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$151k–$223k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Health insurance, Flexible spending accounts, Health savings accounts, Retirement savings plans, Life insurance, Disability insurance
Posted 2d ago
Apply by Sep 25
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Manage a team of approximately 10 engineers, overseeing mentorship, task assignments, and performance feedback. Drive execution on autonomy subsystem programs while defining organizational scope and engineering processes to promote efficiency.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in satellite design or operation, including 1-2 years in a technical leadership role. Candidates must be U.S. persons eligible for a TS/SCI security clearance.
Full job description
Autonomy Engineering Manager - 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
Autonomy Engineering is focused on enabling mission success through comprehensive on-board fault management and autonomy. Engineers in the group are integral throughout the entire program lifecycle. They define the underlying architecture for fault detection, isolation, and response (FDIR), and own the development and validation of satellite/constellation specific fault configuration(s). They are the chief architects and implementers of satellite/constellation autonomy, ensuring mission level objectives are met and spacecraft health and safety are always maintained. They are key stakeholders in the design and validation of mission CONOPS and Design Reference Missions (DRM), and participate in comprehensive end-to-end software integration, validation, and testing.
As the Autonomy Engineering Manager, you will be the primarypoint of contact for technical, budget, and resource allocation to meet team member needs, customer requirements, program needs, and company goals. You will set the engineering standard for the team, define roles and responsibilities, establish processes/workflow, and facilitate mentorship and training by Autonomy Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). You will ensure that programs are adequately staffed and program objectives are met on time and on budget. You will be involved in forecasting future staffing needs based on the new business pipeline, and you will work side-by-side with Millennium Recruiting to build the team at all experience levels. You will manage the performance of all members of the Autonomy team.You will coordinate Internal Research and Development (IRAD) and process/tool improvement initiatives with subject matter experts. Successful engineering team leads possess technical knowledge in the group's discipline as well as the leadership and communication skills needed to interact with engineers and the broader Millennium organization (Programs, Manufacturing, Mission Operations, HR, Recruiting, etc.).
This position's internal job code is Systems Engineer Manager. Our team is currently hiring for Level K.
Position Responsibilities:
Manage team of ~10 engineers, including mentorship task assignments, facilitation of communication, and regular feedback
Perform technical review in the area of Autonomy with support from SMEs
Drive execution on programs for the Autonomy subsystem
Develop and improve of engineering process
Define the team's organizational, scope, and workflow to promote efficiency
Grow the team through hiring and internal development
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.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
5 years experience in satellite design and/or operation
1-2 years experience as a technical leader managing complex projects or teams of engineers
Strong Autonomy fundamentals and spacecraft system level knowledge (1+ year experience)
Familiarity with satellite hardware and software (5 years experience)
Ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance
Preferred Qualifications
9+ years experience in satellite design and/or operation
Functional management experience
Advanced understanding of satellite fault detection, isolation and response, as well as autonomy architectures
Experience in the on-orbit operation of satellites
Deep experience in one or more satellite subsystems, including GNC, Power, Thermal, Flight Software, Payloads, Communication, etc.
Strong fundamentals of project management, including monitoring cost and schedule performance
Possess TS/SCI clearance
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 Shift
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 K: $151,300 - $222,500
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)
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