Lead Space Vehicle Assembly and Harnessing Technician

Own the build. Elevate the mission.If you thrive on precision mechanical work and spacecraft hardware integration, this lead technician role puts you at the center of flight‑worthy builds. You’ll set the standard for harness fabrication, structure assembly, and environmental readiness — and mentor others while doing it.What will you do?Translate preliminary designs, blueprints, and schematics into hands‑on assembly plans for both production and laboratory needs.Assemble/integrate to tight tolerances, selecting the best methods to meet engineering requirements.Operate hydraulic/cooling test consoles, alignment and installation fixtures, heated tools, ovens, positioners, lift equipment, cranes, alignment systems, and hand/power tools.Define operation sequences; install components; run full leak/pressure tests; and verify alignment of control surfaces.Carefully install delicate MLI and support SLI applications on test and flight articles; adhere to all specifications.Assist engineers at designated test stations, log and analyze data, and produce clear reports with charts/graphs.Gain/maintain required certifications; perform rework and incidental tasks with minimal oversight.Apply expert knowledge of materials/process specifications and core mechanical principles; train and support teammates across related trades.Support range operations, including testing, integration, and hardware moves.Where will you work?Onsite, full‑time. This position is 100% on location at one of the listed site options.What do you need to bring?High School Diploma or GED4+ years assembling high‑reliability mechanical productsProven experience building/terminating high‑quality wiring harnesses for racks and boxesComfort with scalpels, scissors, hollow punches, and similar toolsFluency in mechanical drawings, schematics, harness diagrams, and applicable specsMeasurement proficiency: calipers, micrometers, digital multimeters (DMM)Experience with assembly tooling and/or composites fabrication/assemblyProficiency with a wide range of hand and power toolsExperience mixing epoxy materialsWhat helps you stand out?5+ years in integration1+ year working with MLI/thermal blanketsJ‑STD‑001 space and NASA.STD.8739.4 certificationsExceptional attention to detail; strong communicator and teammateCleanroom experienceAbility to generate discrepancy reportsMicrosoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint proficiencyWilling to travelActive Security ClearanceSecurity, export control, and clearanceRole requires a “US Person” per 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee). Millennium is DDTC‑registered and ITAR‑compliant; work is performed in a special‑access facility. U.S. citizenship and eligibility for a clearance are required, and you must be willing to obtain and maintain it. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance post‑start is required.Union and scheduleUnion‑represented, hourly position under the Cabinet Makers, Millmen and Industrial Carpenters Union (CMM&IC Local 721)May be assigned any shift; this opening is on 2nd ShiftNew hires and transfers from non‑union roles may be required to complete training during a 90‑day probation; continued employment depends on successful completionShift designation: Shift 2 (United States of America)Education, relocation, and sponsorshipEducation: High School Diploma or EquivalentRelocation assistance: not availableVisa sponsorship: not offeredLanguage requirements: Not ApplicablePosition is not contingent upon program awardTotal rewardsWe offer competitive base pay, variable compensation, and a broad suite of benefits, typically including health coverage, FSA/HSA options, retirement savings, life and disability insurance, and paid/unpaid time away. Eligibility varies by location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Pay reflects experience, qualifications, and market/business factors.Summary Pay Range: Grade 24: $29.42/hr - $47.09/hrConflict of InterestSuccessful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment processProtect yourself from recruitment fraudThe only way to apply for roles at Boeing is via our Careers website. Tips to stay safe: Recruitment Fraud WarningCompliance notices (verbatim)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.Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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