Mission Assurance Engineer, OPS - Millennium Space Systems
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Mission Assurance Engineer, OPS - Millennium Space Systems
Company:
Millennium Space Systems
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 to global security, like 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 when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen.
Job Summary
As an Operations Systems Engineer supporting the Mission Assurance team, you will serve as the independent interface between our internal operations team and program customers. This role is strategic and cross-functional, designed to revolutionize how we operate our on-orbit vehicles. You will independently approach on-orbit activities seeking to preemptively identify and solve challenging engineering problems and find the solutions that lead to mission success by evaluating program designs within the context of risk and opportunity. Your mission is to systematically identify, define, and integrate mission assurance principles across the entire satellite lifecycle to drive significant increases in efficiency, quality, and mission success. Mission Operations requires composure in high-pressure situations, in-depth knowledge of both the space vehicles and ground segment, and an ability to respond to anomalous scenarios in real-time. You will be directly responsible for Millennium’s critical assets.
This position's internal job code is Systems Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for a Level 3 and 4.
Responsibilities
Coordinate mission assurance efforts, including risk management, discrepancy resolution, and design review, for one or more programs as the Program Mission Assurance Engineer
Ensure appropriate implementation of previous corrective actions and lessons learned to the current operations environment
Translate complex engineering and operational challenges into clear, actionable requirements and lessons learned for upcoming programs
Review and understand the operational architecture strategy for both space and ground segments, including command and control, mission planning, mission data processing, and the associated infrastructure to support all activities in the context of the mission and associated risks
Work and coordinate with integration, testing, and mission operation crews to review, generate, and implement necessary training prior to critical mission events
Provide oversight for lead technical authorities during mission operations for both the space and ground segments
Be the focal for customer and internal leadership during critical mission activities
Contribute to oversight of nominal on-orbit operations for Millennium’s entire fleet of on-orbit spacecraft
Participate in mission operations and anomaly resolution efforts
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 Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
5+ years experience with at least 3+ years related to real-time satellite or launch vehicle command and control
Working knowledge of satellite subsystems, ground systems, space missions, and/or OPSCON design
Experience delivering operational products to customer environments
Willingness to support occasional off-nominal working hours during critical 24/7 mission operations activities
The position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required .
Candidates must currently hold, or have held, a U.S. Top Secret Clearance within the past 24 months.
Preferred Qualifications
Advance degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Software, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Experience in leading multidisciplinary technical teams, especially to resolve anomalous scenarios
Experience with external customer briefing/interfacing
Deep knowledge of satellite systems engineering, including all satellite subsystems
Guidance, Navigation, and Control; Electrical Power; Thermal Control; Telemetry, Tracking, and Command; Propulsion; etc.
Experience with iterative and agile processes
Knowledge of orbital dynamics, maneuver planning, and orbit determination techniques
Experience designing fault detection and response, as well as designing space vehicle autonomy
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to understand complex workflows and translate complex technical concepts between different audiences
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 com
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