Manufacturing Engineer - Avionics - (Associate or Mid-Level) - Millennium Space Systems

Job Overview Millennium Space Systems (MSS), a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security, is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. The Avionics Manufacturing Engineer will develop, qualify, and implement manufacturing processes and procedures for avionics products and components across a variety of spacecraft subsystems, based in El Segundo, CA. Position Responsibilities Act as the connector between design engineering, manufacturing, and supplier organizations Develop manufacturing work instructions, standard operating procedures, Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOMs), and rework instructions for all manufacturing items within your ownership Review electromechanical assembly and PCBA designs for manufacturability and production scalability Identify improvement opportunities and execute projects to improve product quality, reduce lead time, decrease labor hours, and maintain safe operations Troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and drive implementation of corrective actions for non‑conformances Work within cross‑functional teams—including design, quality engineering, manufacturing operations, and supply chain—to bring products from new product introduction (NPI) to full‑scale production Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related engineering discipline 1+ year of experience applying production engineering principles to analyze and implement manufacturing processes and methods 1+ year of experience working with or interpreting engineering data or engineering drawings Experience assisting with analyses, root cause analysis, and drafting dispositions for non‑conformances Preferred Qualifications 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, mechanical, electrical, or test engineering in Aerospace, Automotive, or Commercial industries Good understanding of IPC‑A‑600, IPC‑A‑610, IPC‑7711C/7721C and NASA‑STD‑8739.1 Familiarity with IPC‑2221 Thorough understanding of root cause analysis and related analytical methods (e.g., Five Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa, 8D) Understanding of engineering and project management principles Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software Background in Lean Manufacturing/Process Improvement Experience in PCB/PCBA manufacturing Experience with Altium Designer IPC‑A‑600 & IPC‑A‑610 Certification Level 2 : 1 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience Level 3 : 3 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience Total Rewards & Pay Transparency Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Pay ranges: Level 2: $90,950 – $123,050; Level 3: $111,350 – $150,650. Employment Details Position is 100 % onsite at El Segundo, CA Requires U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Top Secret security clearance (interim and/or final post‑start) Shift: 1st Shift Travel: Able and willing to travel for meetings and occasional field activities Drug Free Workplace policy applies to all employees Visa sponsorship not available Relocation assistance is not provided; candidates must relocate at their own expense Export control compliance requires U.S. Person status (U.S. Citizen, National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) Bachelor's Degree or equivalent required 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 any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Boeing Company