The Boeing Company
Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer (Experienced) - Millennium Space Systems
The Boeing Company, El Segundo, California, United States, 90245
Job Description
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Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer (Experienced) – Millennium Space Systems Millennium Space Systems (MSS), a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking a
Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer (Experienced)
to support the
Engineering
team in
El Segundo, CA !
Job Summary Job Summary As an experienced Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer, you will leverage past experience and strong engineering fundamentals to solve our most challenging technical problems in collaboration with other engineers. You will review designs and test plans to validate planning and identify opportunities to reduce cost and risk. Additionally, you will create processes, standards, and engineering tools that are needed and train others in their use. This is an exciting opportunity to drive the development of emerging technologies for future mechanical designs at Millennium.
This position’s internal job code is Mech Sys Design & Anlys Engr. Our team is currently hiring for the Levels 5-6.
Responsibilities
Help set technical direction for the group and beyond
Identify and create essential processes, tools, standards, and design guides to build a knowledge-base and set best-practices
Support Responsible Engineering Authorities (REAs) as needed to solve technical challenges, identify solutions, and develop verification tests
As part of the team’s technical lead engineering (TLE) group, provide technical guidance to programs on an as-needed basis though activities such as attending design reviews and customer meetings, failure review and analysis, and trade study assessment
Audit internal programs and external suppliers to identify industry best practices and opportunities for improvement
Serve as a technical mentor for mid-career mechanical engineers
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.
Minimum Qualifications
15+ years of technical experience in design and analysis of aerospace hardware
Adept with CAD software such as SolidWorks or similar, and GD&T per ASME Y14.5
Experience with spacecraft environments and testing, including random, sine, and acoustic vibration tests, and TVAC testing
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, knowledge of satellite hardware, qualification methods, and first principles understanding of all spacecraft sub-systems
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with any of the following: composites, bonded joints, dampers, additive manufacturing, shock or mechanisms
Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university
Active 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
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 5: $146,200 - $215,000
Level 6: $178,500 - $262,500
Applications for this position will be accepted until
Feb. 09, 2026
Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required
Education Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer (Experienced) – Millennium Space Systems Millennium Space Systems (MSS), a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking a
Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer (Experienced)
to support the
Engineering
team in
El Segundo, CA !
Job Summary Job Summary As an experienced Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer, you will leverage past experience and strong engineering fundamentals to solve our most challenging technical problems in collaboration with other engineers. You will review designs and test plans to validate planning and identify opportunities to reduce cost and risk. Additionally, you will create processes, standards, and engineering tools that are needed and train others in their use. This is an exciting opportunity to drive the development of emerging technologies for future mechanical designs at Millennium.
This position’s internal job code is Mech Sys Design & Anlys Engr. Our team is currently hiring for the Levels 5-6.
Responsibilities
Help set technical direction for the group and beyond
Identify and create essential processes, tools, standards, and design guides to build a knowledge-base and set best-practices
Support Responsible Engineering Authorities (REAs) as needed to solve technical challenges, identify solutions, and develop verification tests
As part of the team’s technical lead engineering (TLE) group, provide technical guidance to programs on an as-needed basis though activities such as attending design reviews and customer meetings, failure review and analysis, and trade study assessment
Audit internal programs and external suppliers to identify industry best practices and opportunities for improvement
Serve as a technical mentor for mid-career mechanical engineers
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.
Minimum Qualifications
15+ years of technical experience in design and analysis of aerospace hardware
Adept with CAD software such as SolidWorks or similar, and GD&T per ASME Y14.5
Experience with spacecraft environments and testing, including random, sine, and acoustic vibration tests, and TVAC testing
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, knowledge of satellite hardware, qualification methods, and first principles understanding of all spacecraft sub-systems
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with any of the following: composites, bonded joints, dampers, additive manufacturing, shock or mechanisms
Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university
Active 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
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 5: $146,200 - $215,000
Level 6: $178,500 - $262,500
Applications for this position will be accepted until
Feb. 09, 2026
Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required
Education Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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