Chief Engineer, Manufacturing

Millennium Space Systems • El Segundo, California, United States • Full-time

$138,550

per year

Systems Engineering Aerospace Engineering Leadership Chief Engineer Satellite Development

Job Description

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
We are looking to hire a Chief Engineer for a potential multi-satellite commercial program that we are bidding. The Program Chief Engineer will be the principal engineering authority responsible for ensuring the engineering execution of the entire program. You will have the authority to establish the program technical baseline, approve designs, approve resolution of discrepancy reports (DRs) and designate the Responsible Engineering Authority for the program. You will provide the necessary senior technical leadership spanning concept definition, requirements, design, analysis, test and operations of space vehicles and ground systems to help drive the success of the program

This position's internal job code is Production Engineering Manager. Our team is hiring for a level K.

Responsibilities

Program engineering point of contact with the customer, program office, and other internal and external stakeholders related to the program
Ensure the technical integrity and execution of all engineering deliverables related to the program
Authority to manage and direct all lead engineers across the program to ensure the overall system design is optimized to meet the contractual requirements, including required performance, technical integrity, and cost and schedule constraints
Collaboratively work with each flight development team assigned to the program to establish and validate customer needs, and develop them into technical requirements, ensuring our designs are consistent with mission objectives
Remain engaged in the entire lifecycle of the program, from proposal, to engineering development, design requirements, test verification, production, and operations of the space vehicles
Monitor and forecast staffing against planned program work, and engage with teams across the enterprise to ensure adequate resources are allocated
Ensure all Engineering risks relative to the program are captured and that the relative mitigation plans are in place
Oversee the flight program’s independent review, and evaluate and approve engineering inputs to the space system’s program readiness gates and reviews
Determine the acceptability of decisions impacting product integrity and the engineering execution of the program
Interact with customers, company leadership and suppliers, responding to program requests for information and supporting technical meetings

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other technical field
10+ years engineering experience in aerospace industry, specifically in satellite development
Strong background in systems and design engineering
Demonstrated ability to interface with customers, management, and peers both internally and externally
Demonstrated ability to mentor, lead and communicate effectively with a range of engineering disciplines and other support roles across the enterprise

Preferred Qualifications

Active TS/SCI clearance
Master’s degree in Engineering or other technical field
Experience with aerospace environments other than traditional, large prime contractors
Experience with Intelligence Community and Department of Defense customer communities and their project management practices

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 K: $138,550 - $203,750

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 encourage all interested candidates to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.

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