Ground Software Engineering Manager -Millennium Space Systems

Company 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 on global security, including 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 watch our satellites launch, knowing each one of us made it happen. Job Summary As a Software Engineering Manager for Ground Systems you will lead the company’s Ground Systems Software Teams, reporting to the Vice President of Ground Systems & Operations and serving as a point of contact for technical, budget and resource allocation issues. You will also contribute to the mission by leading architecture development, proposals, and execution across our program portfolio. This position’s internal designation is Software Engineering Manager, Level K. Position Responsibilities People (25%) Conduct interviews and screen interview candidates Mentor the team and motivate them to succeed Provide new hire reviews and semi-annual performance reviews Recommend promotions and raises Plan team development and set goalsRepresent the team, advocate for it, and ensure it has proper resources Foster Millennium’s commitment to a culture of inclusivity Programmatic (25%) Break down and define scope of work Staff appropriately for present and future programs Allocate staff across programs based on priority Track team status toward completing work and regularly evaluate performance Technical (50%) Work collaboratively with Ground Software, System Engineering, and Program Management to design, implement, and test ground segments Coordinate design reuse across programs and tasks with different needs and constraints Foster good technical communication and working relationships between the team and other subsystems Improve process by simplifying workflows, automating repetitive tasks, and finding smarter ways to work Develop and document best practices for producing, testing, and documenting ground architectures, and ensure engineers follow them Seek new industry knowledge and techniques to enhance team capabilities Assessment To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a Boeing First‑Line Leader Assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration. Basic Qualifications At least one year of experience in a leadership role or completion of the Boeing internal course "Exploring Leadership" Four or more years of directly relevant aerospace industry experience Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship required Preferred Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related technical discipline Five or more years’ experience working on satellite ground/spacecraft systems Active Top Secret/SCI‑A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months Conflict of Interest Successful candidates 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. Post‑offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP and alcohol when criteria is met. Total Rewards The Total Rewards package includes competitive base pay, variable compensation and a range of benefit programs such as health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and paid/unpaid time off. Pay is based on experience, qualifications and market considerations. Summary Pay Range Level K: $169,750 – $253,000 Location & Access This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Millennium is DDTC‑registered and ITAR‑compliant. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance and willing to apply for and maintain it. Language Requirements Not Applicable Education Not Applicable Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Export Control Requirement Requires a "U.S. Person" status (U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee). Safety Sensitive This is not a Safety Sensitive Position. Security Clearance Requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance; interim and/or final Top Secret clearance post‑start. Visa Sponsorship The 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) Equal Opportunity 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. EEO is the law. E‑Verify E‑Verify (English) E‑Verify (Spanish) Right to Work Statement Right to Work (English) Right to Work (Spanish) #J-18808-Ljbffr Millennium Space Systems