Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer Harness 1st Shift Millennium Space

Job Description

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, such as missile warning and Earth observation.

As an Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer - Harness, you will develop, qualify, and implement manufacturing processes and procedures to build and test flight and non-flight cable harness assemblies. You will serve as the manufacturing liaison for engineering, reviewing harness drawings, writing work instructions, supporting production, and collaborating with engineering to optimize manufacturing.
This role requires the ability to work first shift.

• Act as the connector between the design engineering and manufacturing organizations
• Identify improvement opportunities and execute initiatives to ensure product quality, reduce lead time, decrease labor hours, and maintain safe operations
• Troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions for non-conformances
• Create process plans, standard operating procedures, Bill of Materials, and rework instructions for all manufacturing items within your ownership
• Conduct reviews of drawings, standards, and other releasable documents
• Collaborate with design engineers to ensure manufacturability of wire harnesses and provide feedback on design improvements
• Work with cross-functional teams, including quality engineering, manufacturing operations, and supply chain, to bring products from new product introduction (NPI) to full-scale production

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• 0–2+ years of experience in a harness/cable assembly environment
• Familiarity with IPC‑WHMA‑A‑620, NASA‑STD‑8739.4, and IPC J‑STD‑001
• Technical problem‑solving skills, including root cause analysis with sound engineering‑based corrective actions
• Experience with MES, MRP, and ERP systems
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required, and an interim and/or final U.S. security clearance must be obtained after start.

• 2+ years of experience in harness manufacturing and design (electrical & integration) environment
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience in a high‑rate manufacturing environment
• Understanding of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness acceptance testing
• Experience writing test scripts and using Cirris CH2 and Weetech testers
• Competency using 3D CAD modeling and PDM software (Solid Works, etc.)
• Exposure to harness design software (Capital, Zuken, etc.)
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies

Successful candidates must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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 are met as outlined in the company policies.

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, offers a Total Rewards package that includes competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

Employees are eligible 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 paid and unpaid time off.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

• Level 1: $76,500 – 112,500

Millennium is DDTC‑registered and ITAR‑compliant. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, eligible for a security clearance, and willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance. A U.S. Top Secret clearance is required post‑start.

Applications will be accepted until Jun. 01, 2026.

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. A U.S. Person, as defined by 22 CFR 120.62, is required. U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylum seeker.

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Required.

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

This position is for 1st shift.

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.